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Janice Hallett
A former magazine editor and award-winning journalist, Janice Hallett has written speeches and articles for, among others, the Cabinet Office, Home Office and Department for International Development.
In screenwriting, Janice's first feature film RETREAT was released by Sony Pictures (co-written and directed by Carl Tibbetts) which starred Cillian Murphy, Thandie Newton and Jamie Bell. Janice’s stage plays have been performed at Theatre503, The White Bear, Hen & Chickens and TheatreN16. She was also one of six female playwrights selected by All The Rage Theatre for its Seize The Stage festival at Rich Mix. Her play NETHERBARD has twice been performed by Budding Rose Productions. Janice has had television scripts in development with Slim Film & TV and with Retort (part of FreemantleMedia). Her sitcom TWO LADIES was performed at the Museum of Comedy in June 2019.Janice was selected for the Triforce Creative Network year-long mentoring scheme and featured on the BBC New Talent Hotlist. She won Best New Screenplay in the 2014 British Independent Film Festival.
Awards: Nibbies (2023), CWA (2022) see all
Genres: Mystery, Children's Fiction, Historical Mystery, Fantasy, Cozy Mystery
New and upcoming books
Series
Box Full of Murders
1. A Box Full of Murders (2025)
2. Death at the Museum (2026)
A Box Full of Murders: The Puzzle Book (2026)
1. A Box Full of Murders (2025)
2. Death at the Museum (2026)
A Box Full of Murders: The Puzzle Book (2026)
Novels
The Twyford Code (2022)
The Mysterious Case of the Alperton Angels (2023)
The Examiner (2024)
The Killer Question (2025)
The Mysterious Case of the Alperton Angels (2023)
The Examiner (2024)
The Killer Question (2025)
Collections
Books containing stories by Janice Hallett
Murder in Harrogate (2024)
Stories inspired by the Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival
edited by
Vaseem Khan
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Janice Hallett recommends
The Bells of Fortune (2026)
Leonora Nattrass
"Expertly weaves historical facts with myth, imagination and endless verve. The sagacious Susan Bell is a timeless heroine and this wonderful mystery is as deep, dark and twisting as it is bright and witty. The Bells of Fortune is historical fiction at its finest."
A Game of Cat and Killer (2026)
(Casebooks of Mikeneko Holmes, book 1)
Jiro Akagawa
"Murder mystery fans and cat lovers get ready for an iconic new series. A Game of Cat and Killer pairs a misfit detective with an enigmatic calico cat called Holmes, who has an uncanny knack of finding clues to her owner's murder. This is an irresistible blend of gritty crime and cozy mystery, with deeper themes of companionship and inclusion. Delightful, intriguing and the height of purrfection!"
The Trouble With Sister Francis (2026)
Matt Coyne
"Matt Coyne has created an icon in Sister Francis, and a beautifully immersive coming of age story that is so much more than a group of young boys and their unconventional mentor. Prepare to be transported back to the early 1980s and to lose your heart several times on the way back. Wonderfully written, tender, funny and absorbing, this might just be my feelgood read of the year."
Eyes on You (2026)
Adele Parks
"A rollercoaster journey into the psychology of trauma then takes you on a dark and wild ride out that doesn't let up for a second."
Getting Away With Murder (2026)
Shari Lapena
"Shari Lapena has pulled out all the stops for her tenth thriller. Getting Away With Murder is perfectly pitched entertainment with a timely message that sends chills down the spine. A cracking mystery told at breakneck pace and with such expert timing I was swept away on the wave of every twist. The perfect murder mystery, told by a grandmaster of the genre. Ten out of ten!"
Death by Noir (2026)
(Bottle Bank Mystery, book 1)
Olly Smith
"Olly Smith's passion for wine, East Sussex and grisly murder shine through in this delightfully full-bodied crime story! A charming cast of eccentric characters and a setting that springs to life from the page are complemented by a uniqueness that makes this an outstanding cosy crime debut. Death by Noir is the sparkling start to a corking new series!"
Such a Nice Girl (2026)
Andrea Mara
"Warning: Don't start Such a Nice Girl if you have anything urgent to do... This dark mystery about two mothers and two daughters is pitch perfect, with great characters, a deviously twisting plot and a pace that breaks the speed limit. An all-round stunning thriller from the queen of the tangled web. Such a fabulous read!"
The Repentants (2026)
Kate Foster
"Kate Foster is a rare and extraordinary talent. While bringing history to life, she can shock you, make you laugh, cry and gasp, but you never lose sight of the story or the important themes behind it. The Repentants is a remarkable tale that moves between Scotland and Iceland, on an emotional journey as wild as the waves between them. It's nothing short of a masterpiece and Kate Foster's best yet."
A Plot to Die For (2026)
(Blooming Murder Mystery, book 1)
Ardal O'Hanlon
"A Plot To Die For is how cosy crime should be: wonderfully written, witty, twisty, intriguing and totally unputdownable."
The Hollow Boys (2026)
Tariq Ashkanani
"The Hollow Boys is a stunning novel from the master of small-town thrillers. A journey into a darkness so terrifying the only light is from flames that will never burn out. Fire and ice, sin and redemption, despair and hope, this story has it all and I read it in one frantic sitting, totally transported. This is Ashkanani at the top of his game."
Mars One (2026)
Charlotte Robinson
"With the tension of a launch-pad countdown and the intrigue of an international spy thriller, Mars One is an explosive debut novel that's out of this world. I genuinely felt I'd left earth behind and was heading towards Mars with the characters... that's the litmus test of great writing. Charlotte Robinson is one to watch."
Five Silver Spoons (2026)
(Hope Fenton, book 1)
Sam Steele
"There go my fingernails! One of this year's most stylist crime debuts."
The Drowning Place (2026)
(DS Joseph Ashe, book 1)
Sarah Hilary
"A character-driven plot that will take your breath away. A first class read."
Dear Darling (2026)
Ella King
"You'll go a long way before you find tension as fraught as in Dear Darling. A feminist narrative that explores the abuse of power and its consequences. What a dark, vengeful read, and what a promising new writer."
A Very Vexing Murder (2026)
(Harriet Smith Investigates, book 1)
Lucy Andrew
"A Very Vexing Murder is a lively, accomplished, Austentatious debut! In a bold, re-imagined sequel to Emma, this is a treat for fans of regency literature and those who love a good murder mystery... A Very Vexing Murder has it all!"
Strange Buildings (2026)
(Strange , book 3)
Uketsu
"Uketsu is a disrupter, the master of quiet horror."
The Pie & Mash Detective Agency (2026)
(Pie & Mash Detective Agency, book 1)
J D Brinkworth
"Absolutely delightful! Fast, funny, mysterious. A delicious debut!"
A Bad, Bad Place (2026)
Frances Crawford
"The very best writing can transport you through time and place - well, A Bad, Bad Place took me to Glasgow, to 1979 and to a young girl who discovers a brutal murder, the repercussions of which resound across a troubled community. It's hard to believe this richly authentic, funny, moving, and insightful story, beautifully written in local dialect, is actually a debut. Bravo, Frances Crawford!"
Paper Cut (2026)
Rachel Taff
"Paper Cut is a rare find: a debut crime novel that's gripping, accomplished, original and entertaining. This is fiction with a true crime edge. A story that reminds us the media is just a prism through which the world's worst events are distorted, and that individual stories can be far more twisted and shocking than anyone could possibly imagine... a fabulous story, beautifully told and with echoes that reverberate long after the final page."
A Killer in Paradise (2026)
Tom Hindle
"Tom Hindle has committed the perfect crime novel. A tangled tale of a reunion in Costa Rica that goes twistily and murderously wrong! A delight from start to finish and a five-star read for me!"
Introducing Mrs Collins (2025)
Rachel Parris
"The perfect Austen fix. Charlotte Lucas of Pride and Prejudice finds her sensible marriage to Mr L ticking along, until cupid takes aim. Delightful, beguiling and accomplished!"
The Murder at World's End (2025)
(Stockingham & Pike, book 1)
Ross Montgomery
"Get ready to add this to your Book of the Year list. This is impeccable writing, with a plot as sharp as cut glass and characters that jump right out of the pages. A joy from start to finish."
Beach Hut 512 (2025)
(Amazon Original Stories)
Dorothy Koomson
"Dare you look inside Beach Hut 512? This is one wild ride that packs a mighty punch and kept me guessing until the end. Dorothy Koomson is the queen of the killer ending!"
The Art of a Lie (2025)
Laura Shepherd-Robinson
"How I long to visit the Punchbowl and Pineapple on Piccadilly . . . I simply couldn't look away from The Art Of a Lie. A story as sweet as 'iced cream', as tense as spun sugar, as clever as a trickster and as beautifully written and masterful as everything by the wonderful Laura Shepherd-Robinson. An absolute treat of an historical crime novel. Sheer perfection."
The Rush (2025)
Beth Lewis
"Powerful and beautifully told. The paths of three women intertwine as they battle for survival at the frontier of Canada's gold rush. Beth Lewis captures the savage beauty of this natural landscape, as well as the men's feverish race to strike it rich or die trying - but most importantly, she gives a voice to the women, whose near-forgotten life stories glisten with hidden gold. Brilliant writing: essential reading."
Runner 13 (2025)
Amy McCulloch
"If there was a race to write a dark, immersive thriller that will transport you to a whole new world (of extreme marathon running) then Runner 13 by Amy McCulloch would be first across the line. A masterclass in atmospheric writing, it is told with resounding skill and authenticity, as deadly events at the extreme end of competitive running threaten the lives and families of troubled participants. This is gold medal storytelling and I raced through it."
A Murder for Miss Hortense (2025)
(Miss Hortense Mysteries, book 1)
Mel Pennant
"If this delightful murder mystery is anything to go by, then the formidable Miss Hortense will be your new favourite literary sleuth! Fresh, original and intriguing from start to finish!"
Into the Fire (2025)
G D Wright
"A gripping tale that explores the flip side of heroism, and a rollercoaster ride you will not want to get off!"
Death and Boules (2025)
(Follet Valley Mystery, book 5)
Ian Moore
"Who Knew murder could be this witty?."
Can You Solve the Murder? (2025)
(Can You Solve the Murder?, book 1)
Antony Johnston
"Just glorious! An interactive crime novel where YOU sleuth-for-the-truth! After the first chapter, you're in the driving seat of the investigation, by collecting clues and choosing which direction you want the story to go in. . . a must-read for any and all crime fans!"
Actually, I'm A Murderer (2025)
(Actually Murders, book 1)
Terry Deary
"A twisting, turning, unpredictable jaunt through a murder mystery that takes 50 years to reveal its deliciously captivating conclusion. With a cast of intriguing characters and a premise so ordinary and innocuous, I found myself drawn into a dark, witty story that had me racing for the end, yet reluctant to finish! Vivid, clever, cheeky and compelling."
The Language of the Birds (2025)
K A Merson
"A mind-bending dive into the power of the puzzle . . . Sweeping across the American West, the story takes in ancient mythologies, classic literature, and sinister conspiracy theories to weave its own shade of magic. . . . A mystery, crime, adventure, and coming-of-age tale all wrapped up in a treasure of a book."
The Retirement Plan (2025)
Sue Hincenbergs
"The Retirement Plan by Sue Hincenbergs is jaw-droppingly hilarious, but that's just the start. This wild story is meticulously plotted with wonderfully vivid characters and is an absolute scream from first page to last. So slick I can't believe it's a debut - strong contender for my cosy crime book of the year!"
The Midnight Carousel (2025)
Fiza Saeed McLynn
"I climbed on The Midnight Carousel and didn't want to get off. It's a beautifully constructed work of art as much as a journey through love and loss as an adventure across the world, atmospheric and evocative. A stunning debut."
The Last Session (2025)
Julia Bartz
"Julia Bartz delivers an outstanding thriller with THE LAST SESSION. When social worker Thea meets a mysterious catatonic patient, she is thrown back to her troubled 13-year-old self and thus begins a wild, unconventional ride that will keep you guessing and deliver on every front. Refreshingly original, this classy narrative is bursting with tension and full of vivid, believable characters you will want to spend your day with - which is lucky, because once you start this book, you won't be putting it down any time soon. Bartz excels in the dissection of personality, which gives her writing that authentic, relatable edge, but she's also a master story-teller and already a fast-emerging voice of 21st Century crime literature."
A Trial in Three Acts (2025)
Guy Morpuss
"A captivating murder mystery executed with pin-point precision and skill that verges on the masterful. My verdict: all rise for a future book of the year."
This Bright Life (2025)
Karen Campbell
"This Bright Life is a moving, haunting portrait of childhood and the jagged reflections of one tiny action in the kaleidoscope of humanity. Karen Campbell captures the voice of 12-year-old Gerard with poignant accuracy and her words paint pictures with the touch of an old master. Ultimately life-affirming, this gritty novel will take you to dark places, but it's one beautiful, uplifting journey."
Death at the White Hart (2025)
(Nicola Bridge, book 1)
Chris Chibnall
"A disturbing murder, a village with a gruesome past and a new detective determined to uncover the truth. With Death at the White Hart, Chris Chibnall distills his talent for blockbusting screen drama into a deliciously gritty and well-written police procedural. A searing debut crime fans will love!"
Burn After Reading (2025)
Catherine Ryan Howard
"Catherine Ryan Howard will glue your eyes to the page with Burn After Reading! This is one red hot thriller that boasts a vivid, true-crime authenticity at its molten core. A psychological cat-and-mouse game between a potential wife-killer and his reluctant ghost-writer is played out with a host of brilliant twists, all delivered in Ryan Howard's lively, effortless style. Five sizzling stars."
10 Marchfield Square (2025)
(Marchfield Square, book 1)
Nicola Whyte
"A hugely impressive debut that's cosy and classy in equal measure. A super-smart and delightful mystery that teases out the secrets of an entire neighbourhood."
That'll Teach Her (2025)
Maz Evans
"Laugh-out-loud hilarious, moving and life affirming. How can one book be so many things? I couldn't put this fabulous, first class, five star read down."
The Grapevine (2025)
Kate Kemp
"The Grapevine by Kate Kemp is a lively, original murder mystery set in 1970s Australia, where twelve-year-old Tammy is determined to investigate the murder of Antonio, whose severed foot is intensifying the already choking claustrophobia of a small town community. Beautifully written and acutely observed, this is a story where women of all ages are centre stage and the intertwining relationships between families, friends and neighbours drive a story that's packed with tension and intrigue. The Grapevine is such an elegant, sophisticated read, I can't believe it's a debut. Kate Kemp is definitely one to watch."
The Frozen People (2025)
(Ali Dawson Mystery, book 1)
Elly Griffiths
"A five-star start to a dazzling new series . . . Smart, original and utterly masterful."
The Troubled Deep (2025)
(Cam Killick, book 1)
Rob Parker
"What a romp! I raced through this murky tale of murder, aching mystery and long-buried truth like a hot knife through butter! Rob Parker is a master of the stone cold twist."
The Blackbirds of St Giles (2025)
Lila Cain
"This powerful story is steeped in truth and resonates with humanity. It's a gritty thriller and a whirlwind adventure, but most of all it's a tale of love and hope. A beautiful, original and heart-stopping read."
Beautiful Ugly (2025)
Alice Feeney
"When I started reading Beautiful Ugly I was not prepared to feel such joy in the writing, yet such terror in the story. A missing wife, a tortured couple and a lonely writer banished to a mysterious Scottish island, this exquisite novel is a relationship drama, a darkly twisting thriller and an examination of the fine line between isolation and loneliness. Alice Feeney has created a masterpiece, a riveting read, immaculately written."
A Lively Midwinter Murder (2024)
(Three Dahlias Mysteries, book 4)
Katy Watson
"An absolute treat of a read."
Ink Ribbon Red (2024)
Alex Pavesi
"Ink Ribbon Red is the epitome of the artful murder mystery and Alex Pavesi the master puppeteer of literary crime, creating a unique yet relatable cast on pages that won't stop turning. I was utterly hooked."
The Commuter (2024)
Emma Curtis
"A modern-day brief encounter leads to a devastating crime and a race to uncover the truth. The Commuter by Emma Curtis is a strong contender for my book of the year. As steaming hot as the Central Line, as fast as the Overground and as twisty as the Circle, this is a sophisticated, classy thriller that won't let you get off before the final page turns. Perfectly paced and beautifully written, The Commuter has it all. Absolutely first class!"
Isolation Island (2024)
Louise Minchin
"I had a storm of a time on Isolation Island, the cool debut thriller from Louise Minchin. A windswept landscape, a graveyard, an old monastery and a gaggle of minor celebrities competing for a reality TV prize... except one is Hollywood A-lister Nate Stirling and everyone has secrets to keep and lies to tell. This is a beautifully accomplished debut with vivid characters, surprising twists and an insider's beady eye on the TV industry. Slick, stylish and thoroughly enjoyable."
Holmes and Moriarty (2024)
Gareth Rubin
"A wonderfully entertaining, high-speed, high-stakes adventure with two, no FOUR and more, characters from classic detective fiction! Holmes And Moriarty by Gareth Rubin is the real deal: an accomplished tribute, true to the spirit of Conan-Doyle, but with a thrillingly original story and enough accomplished inventiveness to captivate and satisfy. The perfect fix for Holmes fans - thoroughly recommended!"
Guilty by Definition (2024)
(Linguistic Mystery, book 1)
Susie Dent
"If you're like me and love both language and crime, then Guilty by Definition has it all. Susie Dent's impressive debut novel is virtuosic. So meticulously and fascinatingly steeped in the archaic glory of words, it will surely be the ultimate treat for every logophile out there. But this is so much more than a celebration of the dictionary - it's a tantalising mystery of a missing sister, a cold case that will not lie down, and a family frozen in their unresolved grief... all while their circle of friends and colleagues nurse secrets and lies beyond explication. Guilty by Definition is positively aglitter with etymological and detecting treasures for word-sleuths and crime-fans alike."
Our Holiday (2024)
Louise Candlish
"Brimming with deadly twists and devious turns... Louise Candlish is at the top of her game with this stylish, sun soaked thriller that keeps you guessing from the very first page. Our Holiday is destined to be THE summer read of 2024."
The Dead Friend Project (2024)
Joanna Wallace
"A tragic accident, a dead friend and a fresh new voice in crime fiction... This vivid, witty story is expertly told in mesmerising detail and with boundless energy, but there's a proper murder mystery at its heart. Joanna Wallace draws you into a deceptively ordinary world before she revels in the delicious horror beneath. Pure class."
The Cracked Mirror (2024)
Chris Brookmyre
"A truly masterful and mind-blowing murder mystery that will crash through your every expectation and blow it to smithereens. 'Cracking' dialogue, vivid characters and the sort of genre-busting twists and turns that will leave you reeling in their wake."
The Betrayal of Thomas True (2024)
A J West
"Stunning and powerful - an atmospheric thriller that is both heartfelt and meticulously researched. You'll never forget Thomas True."
A Talent for Murder (2024)
(Henry Kimball, book 3)
Peter Swanson
"What a killer read! A Talent For Murder is the thrilling tale of a woman who suspects her husband is a serial killer. As the bodies stack up, so does the paranoid tension until I was feverishly turning pages in the dark, desperate to know what happens next. A fast, exciting read with twist after twist."
The Midnight Feast (2024)
Lucy Foley
"The Midnight Feast by Lucy Foley has it all... an isolated hotel, a coven of intriguing guests, a family with secrets and a community with scores to settle... while an ancient woodland masking secrets of its own looms all around. This is crime writing at its finest. An intoxicating dose of mystical hedonism gives the story and characters a vibrant darkness and depth that keeps the thrills coming. I flew through it, this fun and fiendish, five star feast of a read."
The Chamber (2024)
One At A Time
Will Dean
"THE CHAMBER is a masterful claustrophobic thriller, crafted with the precision of a fine watch and the reveals executed with more depth than a North Sea oil rig. Just brilliant!"
Hunted (2024)
Abir Mukherjee
"Hunted is a mature, intelligent thriller written with forensic skill and observation. This irresistible spiderweb of twisting fates moves seamlessly from the personal to the global. I was swept along on an epic and fast-moving adventure, crafted with insight, empathy and devastating attention to detail. Mukherjee has put the world in a book and I dare anyone to put it down. Stunning."
A Lesson in Cruelty (2024)
Harriet Tyce
"A Lesson in Cruelty is a masterclass in the dark art of plotting. A propulsive read that crafts a scintillating and vivid story out of characters that gnaw and claw from the page. This is a great crime novel, and the chills last long after the final page is turned. Absolutely stunning."
The Fellowship of Puzzlemakers (2024)
Samuel Burr
"Bursting with humour, humanity and wit. A delightful treat for puzzle fans and anyone who has a heart."
The Stars Turned Inside Out (2024)
Nova Jacobs
"This is a classic murder mystery set in the world of particle physics, and it's a dark matter indeed! Intelligent, thoughtful and brimming with energy, The Stars Turned Inside Out explores the human drive to uncover the truth, whether that's solving the mysteries of the universe or the brutal murder of an enigmatic physicist. Science, love, greed, and betrayal collide in a tense read that never loses its deliciously eerie edge."
Finding Sophie (2024)
Imran Mahmood
"Beautifully written, visceral, evocative, and compelling, but with a plot that keeps you guessing to the end . . . So much more than a legal thriller, Finding Sophie is a work of pure brilliance."
What We Did In The Storm (2024)
Tina Baker
"Tina Baker's best yet. An atmospheric island thriller, accomplished and mature. Prepare for a maelstrom of secrets and tension to batter the rocks as you read."
Helle and Death (2024)
(Helle and Death, book 1)
Oskar Jensen
"A glorious feat that intrigues, surprises and delights from page one. This gem is a solid gold revival of the golden age whodunnit, with a delicious Danish twist."
The Fury (2024)
Alex Michaelides
"The Fury by Alex Michaelides is a proper, grown-up thriller that exudes class from every page. So much more than a murder mystery, every twist and turn is simultaneously a total surprise and completely inevitable. The writing is perfectly sparse, yet cloaks a narrative of rare complexity. So many contradictions, yet all unite in a devastating whole. The Fury is a very special book and highly recommended."
West Heart Kill (2023)
Dann McDorman
"Phenomenal... totally unique . . . a treat for every murder mystery fan."
Geneva (2023)
Richard Armitage
"This is one impressive debut! A chilling, atmospheric thriller that moves effortlessly between the personal and political, evoking the grit and glamour of its characters' world without ever losing sight of their humanity. Geneva is brimming with intrigue and as twisting and turning as any Alpine road. Richard Armitage has created a slick, pacy read with skill and conviction. Five stars."
Thicker Than Water (2023)
Megan Collins
"A savage murder, the main suspect in a coma and best friends whose lives are changed forever - I relished every moment of this deep, dark exploration of trust, friendship and betrayal. Collins has ramped the murder mystery up a notch to take us on a nail-biting emotional and psychological journey. Leave your expectations at the door because on this ride every twist is a winner."
The Resort (2023)
The Dive
Sara Ochs
"The Dive by Sara Ochs is as stunning as the tropical island on which it is set. A pacy and accomplished murder mystery, its deep, sinister and intriguing plot draws you into a flawed paradise where everyone has a tale to tell... and one they keep to themselves. It really is The Beach for a new generation - a hot contender for best travel thriller of 2023."
Silent Waters (2023)
L V Matthews
"A police diver, a thwarted Olympic dream, a missing woman, and a body in a watery grave. [...] A thrillingly murky tale of tainted love and betrayal, an edge-of-the-jetty read. I dare you to jump in!"
The Expectant Detectives (2023)
(Expectant Detectives, book 1)
Kat Ailes
"A wildly impressive debut. Pacy, energetic and best of all hilariously funny - without detracting from the shadowy mystery and genuine humanity at its core. Its characters and twisty plot feel absolutely real - you'll be on the edge of your seat, totally immersed in trying to work out who did it, but rest assured you're never far from a smile. Cosy crime at its finest!"
The Nigerwife (2023)
Vanessa Walters
"A murder-mystery set in Nigerian high society, The Nigerwife is an exceptional debut. Vanessa Walters has fashioned a fresh, edge-of-your-seat thriller that's pacy and unique. Her characters are so real I felt complicit in their glamorous, stifling world, while cheering Claudine on as she searches for her missing niece. An absolute treat--it took all my expectations and threw them to the wind. I'm still in shock from those final chapters."
The Last Dance (2023)
(Detective Miller, book 1)
Mark Billingham
"Billingham blends caustic humour, raw emotion and rollercoaster thrills. His new series is bursting with wit, charm and intriguing, complex characters."
Grave Expectations (2023)
(Grave Expectations, book 1)
Alice Bell
"You've never read a country house whodunit quite like Grave Expectations. Nor is there a generation gap quite as wide as the one between Claire and Sophie. Fast, funny and furious, this book has bags of humour, bags of heart and a proper murder mystery at its core. Alice Bell writes with real verve and crafts a preposterous premise into a sharp, well written and lively story that's at once out of this world and yet reassuringly real. As reader, you're along for the ride, and it's a runaway ghost train of a ride at that! Bell is one to watch."
Fyneshade (2023)
Kate Griffin
"A highly original work of dark gothic brilliance. In a house with monstrous secrets, Marta is a heroine like no other. She will steal your heart, believe me. A story so inventive and exciting, I simply couldn't wait for the next page."
Looking Glass Sound (2023)
Catriona Ward
"This gripping horror is a masterful exploration of storytelling. It will lure you to the dark side before quietly blowing your mind, time after time. A haunting tale of friendship, creativity and revenge, with prose as deep and sweeping as the cliffs of Looking Glass Sound itself."
Mother's Day (2023)
Abigail Burdess
"Superbly written and darkly funny, Mother's Day is an epic psychological thriller that revels in the visceral horror of family relationships. So brilliantly and horrifyingly executed I simply couldn't look away. Abigail Burdess is a refreshing and original writer - don't take your eyes off her."
End of Story (2023)
Louise Swanson
"As much a ride as a read, this tense, paranoid thriller expands into something absolutely show-stopping. End of Story is a rare find indeed! Louise Swanson takes every expectation and defies it - to tell a breath-taking tale of humanity and redemption."
Murder in the Falling Snow (2022)
(Vintage Murders, book 6)
Cecily Gayford
"Perfect for a quick fix of golden-age crime.. well worth reading by candlelight before turning in on Christmas Eve..."
Truly, Darkly, Deeply (2022)
Victoria Selman
"Wow! Truly Darkly Deeply is a beautifully written serial killer thriller with a creeping escalation of stone cold dread. Its roots in true crime, the story is so vivid and relatable I can't be certain I wasn't there. Brilliantly executed."
That Bonesetter Woman (2022)
Frances Quinn
"What a heroine Endurance Proudfoot is! I loved her from the start. An unconventional woman who takes us on a fascinating - if bumpy - ride through a man's world. I laughed, cried and most of all cheered! Can't stop thinking about it... an absolute cruncher of a tale."
A Lady's Guide to Fortune-Hunting (2022)
Sophie Irwin
"A thoroughly modern heroine with wit, style and energy - a formidable Austentacious talent."
The Game (2022)
Scott Kershaw
"I was absolutely riveted to this gritty, uncompromising thriller. It will drag you into its dark and fiendish plot. Perfect for fans of Squid Game, Cluedo it ain't."
Begars Abbey (2022)
V L Valentine
"Takes its reader to a sinister place and locks them in, all alone. A dark, gothic delight best enjoyed by the light of a single, flickering candle."
The Trust (2022)
(Astrid Swift, book 1)
M H Eccleston
"I romped through The Trust... A cosy debut set in a house brimming with secrets... An enchanting murder mystery."
Murder in the Family (2022)
Cara Hunter
"This book had me riveted to the page. It is original, inventive and totally 21st Century, but with no compromise on thrills and tension. In fact, the drama is so perfectly executed I felt as if I was actually in the moment with these characters. The twists are magnificent! It really is an equal triumph of style and content. Just brilliant!"
Her Perfect Twin (2022)
Sarah Bonner
"A terrifyingly vivid psychological thriller - paranoid, claustrophobic and captivating."
The Christie Affair (2022)
Nina de Gramont
"Nina De Gramont's beautifully written imaginative history of Agatha Christie's disappearance plays out alongside a parallel murder mystery that could have flowed straight from the pen of the great AC herself. An inspired tapestry of fact and fiction places the story perfectly in its historical context. The result is a novel that literally out-Christies Agatha. An exciting, moving and delightful read."
The Anomaly (2021)
Hervé Le Tellier
"Wow, what an exciting, original blend of theory and heart. It's astonishing. I can't describe it, except to say: read it, and prepare for a whole new perspective on your own existence - and plane travel."
The Rule (2021)
David Jackson
"A stomach-lurching descent into parental desperation, full of surprises from start to finish. A gasp-out-loud read after which I dare you to break The Rule..."
Killing Jericho (2020)
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