Out of Sight, Out of Mind by Evonne Wareham

Everyone has secrets. Some are stranger than others. Madison Albi is a scientist with a very special talent – for reading minds. When she stumbles across a homeless man with whom she feels an inexplicable connection, she can’t resist the dangerous impulse to use her skills to help him. J is a non-person – a vagrant who can’t even remember his own name. He’s got no hope, until he meets Madison. Is she the one woman who can restore his past? Madison agrees to help J recover his memory, but as she delves deeper into his mind, it soon becomes clear that some secrets are better off staying hidden. Is J really the man Madison believes him to be? Evonne describes J, the hero, in terms of chocolate: J would be the last perfect liqueur in the battered box at the back of the fridge. The contents is a mystery, but on biting into it there is a breathtaking rush of fire, spirit and power.

DEATH OF A LONG- LOST SON BY P. F.FORD

Meet ex-detectives Slater and Norman, an unlikely crime-solving duo. They might seem like they have nothing in common, except a love of doughnuts and banter. But they never give up on a case, no matter how tough things get . . . Please note, this book was previously published as A Puzzle of Old Bones. Newly promoted Detective Inspector Dave Slater can’t believe his luck. Or lack thereof . . . On his first day on the job, Forensics turn up the skeleton of a young child, at the bottom of a ditch in the middle of nowhere. As Slater gazes down at the tiny bones, something shiny catches his eye among the muck. A striking silver pendant. Now it’s up to Slater to start some digging of his own. He soon stumbles on a cold case, a missing child named Sonny Randall whose body was never found. Nor his favourite silver pendant. Slater calls on Sonny’s parents to break the news, certain that he’s cracked the case. But Slater’s the one who’s in for a shock when Sonny’s hostile parents say the body in the ditch can’t possibly be their son. But there’s an unfortunate fact about digging — once you start, you never know what else you might find. When a second body is unearthed in the very same ditch, Slater realizes he’s up against a ruthless killer. Someone with a talent for burying the truth. And more besides. This absolutely gripping detective mystery full of twists and turns is perfect for fans of Rachel McLean, J.D. Kirk, Pauline Rowson, Elly Griffiths, Matt Brolly and Simon McCleave.

Deceptions of Love by Dixie Carlton

What's Really Been Bugging Me follows Carrie as she revisits her past in a small town and confronts the ghosts of her teenage years. When she reconnects with her old flame Bruce, she is forced to confront the reality of the paths their lives have taken. As they navigate what-could-have-beens, Carrie's trip becomes a reflection on identity, the price of beauty, and the art of moving on. A poignant tale of self-discovery and coming to terms with one's choices, this story proves that sometimes, the biggest revelations come from confronting our past. In Price of a Lie, truth and deception become entwined in a complex relationship. As the Brett grapples with the consequences of his actions, from the past and is overheard in an argument about it by their neighbour. Set in the modern world, this story delves into how the lies we tell can shape our destinies and the hearts we seek to mend. A must-read for those who enjoy stories of love and deception. A thought-provoking exploration of love's uncertainties, The Schrödinger's Cat Theory of Love considers the intricacies of human relationships. As the Marcey faces the parallel possibilities of decisions made in the past, readers are invited to contemplate the coexistence of love's presence and absence, and the infinite possibilities that love brings into our lives. A captivating read for those who enjoy delving into the complexities of love and 'what ifs' from long ago. Deflections of Love is a collection that invites readers to explore the depths of the heart, the uncharted territories of past decisions, and the infinite possibilities that love brings into our lives. If you enjoyed books like "The Five People You Meet in Heaven" and "The Time Traveler's Wife," you'll love this thought-provoking collection. Don't miss out on this captivating and emotional journey – purchase now before the price changes.

A Conspiracy of Aunts by Sally Spencer

The past will always catch up with you… Robert – or Rob or Bobby as his aunts like to call him – is a child prodigy at bridge. After his mother was drowned at sea, the young master tactician was left to be brought up by her four responsibility-shirking sisters, Jacqueline, Peggy, Catherine and Sadie. All Rob remembers about his mother are her words of guiding wisdom, but unbeknownst to him, his aunts have made a solemn pact never to reveal exactly how his mother died. Finding himself in the reluctant care of his chain-smoking Aunt Catherine, Rob buries himself in his bridge. Head and shoulders above his adult partners, he is destined to become a Grand Master – and what could be better when life, he decides, is a bit like a game of bridge? Taking his theory into the world, the young Rob sets out on the road of life. And as he grows he discovers that bridge is not his only talent: he also has success with the ladies – all of them except his wantonly neglectful aunts, of course! One by one the four women meet unfortunate ends and Rob, now a feted TV celebrity as well as a chess genius, lands on the doorstep of another woman: the ambitious reporter, Rosalyn. But while Robs star continues to rise, Rosalyn struggles, and the green-eyed monster of jealousy rears its ugly head. Fame as a reporter is all she craves, so she digs and digs until she discovers the secret of the pact that Rob’s aunts swore to each other. And it will have devastating consequences …

I Need my Monster by Amanda Noll Howard McWilliam

“I Need My Monster" is a whimsical children's book about a young boy named Ethan who is searching for his missing monster under the bed. When he discovers that the monster has gone on vacation, Ethan embarks on a journey to find a suitable replacement to chase away the monsters in his dreams. Will he succeed? Read I Need My Monster book to find out. I Need My Monster book is a lighthearted tale full of humor and heart. I Need My Monster book is sure to be a bedtime favorite for young readers

A Killer Christmas by Jessica Flechtner & Terrie Farley Moran

Christmas is not an easy time to sell a house, but in Boston tycoon John Bragdon, Cabot Cove Realtor Eve Simpson has found a buyer for the old Jarvis homestead. Unfortunately, Eve gets a lump of coal in her stocking in the form of Kenny Jarvis, who has been missing for years and presumed dead but has now come back to stop his sister from selling their childhood home. Eve presses on, organizing a welcome dinner for Bragdon and his wife, Marlene, to meet the leading citizens of the town, including Jessica Fletcher. Dinner is interrupted by an uninvited guest—not Santa but Kenny, who threateningly promises Marlene she will never live in his house. When Marlene is found dead a few days later, Kenny is the natural suspect. But Jessica isn′t so sure he′s on the naughty list . . .

The Mystery of the Three Quarters (Hercule Poirot mysteries) by Sophie Hannah

Hercule Poirot returns home after an agreeable luncheon to find an angry woman waiting to berate him outside his front door. Her name is Sylvia Rule, and she demands to know why Poirot has accused her of the murder of Barnabas Pandy, a man she has neither heard of nor ever met. She is furious to be so accused, and deeply shocked. Poirot is equally shocked, because he too has never heard of any Barnabas Pandy, and he certainly did not send the letter in question. He cannot convince Sylvia Rule of his innocence, however, and she marches away in a rage. Shaken, Poirot goes inside, only to find that he has a visitor waiting for him -- a man called John McCrodden who also claims also to have received a letter from Poirot that morning, accusing him of the murder of Barnabas Pandy... Poirot wonders how many more letters of this sort have been sent in his name. Who sent them, and why? More importantly, who is Barnabas Pandy, is he dead, and, if so, was he murdered? And can Poirot find out the answers without putting more lives in danger?