Betsy Reavley

A gripping crime mystery that will keep you guessing.

Murder at the Book Club

“A chilling thriller that creeps up on you and grabs you by the throat” from the author of The Optician’s Wife (Mark Edwards, bestselling author of Follow You Home). Josie has received a letter from the woman who gave her up at birth. But an even bigger shock is to come, in the form of a brutal murder. Now, to make sense of the present, Josie must go back to the start. She must try to learn where she comes from—and who the sinister stranger is who’s obsessed with her life. But whom can she trust when no one seems to know the truth? As Josie catches up with the past, the past is catching up with her—and the consequences will be fatal.

The Quiet Ones

In Cambridge, England, a naïve young woman marries a charming man—who harbors a devastating secret—in this “stylish, brilliantly crafted thriller” (L.J. Ross, author of The DCI Ryan series). Deborah Campaign is just a teenager when she meets Larry Miller. Awkward and unpopular, she is at first confused by his overt interest, but the charming trainee optician soon sweeps her off her feet. In marriage, Debbie begins to blossom as Larry earns his qualifications. But as their happiness grows, a serial killer stalks Cambridge, leaving victims without their eyeballs. As Debbie begins to suspect that her husband of a terrible betrayal, her world begins to fall apart. But, as in all marriages, sacrifices must be made. In order to keep it alive.

A Mystery Thriller You Don't Want to Miss

The Optician's Wife

B. A. Morton

Jim Ody

Anita Waller

A. S. King

Louise Jensen

David Evans

April Taylor

Nick Jackson

Ross Greenwood

Lucy V. Hay

Lisa Hall

Alex Shaw

Tara Lyons

S.E. Lynes

Alex Walters

A.J. Sendall

Charlie Flowers

Jane E. James

Paul D. Brazill

Paul Gitsham

Stephen Edger

Pete Adams

Emma Pullar

Bernie Steadman

Richard T. Burke

Tony R. Cox

JT Lawrence

Ron Nicholson

KA Richardson

L J Ross

Joel Hames

Simon Maltman

Steve Dunne

Peter Best

Tess Makovesky

M.A. Comley

Roz White

Mark L. Fowler

Hannah Haq

Jenna-Leigh Golding

Dark Minds

Deadly secrets hides among the stacks of a quaint English bookshop in this “entertaining, tense, suspenseful and so well-written” mystery novel (John Nicholl, author of Mr. Nice). When Tilly Edgely lands a position working at Ashton’s bookshop in Cambridge, England, she thinks she’s found her perfect job. But when she arrives to open the shop one winter’s morning, she discovers the body of her boss suspended from the ceiling, hanging by a rope around his neck. DCI Barrett and DI Palmer are called to the scene of appears to be an open and shut case of suicide. But nothing about this case is as simple as it first appears. Barrett and Palmer soon find themselves searching for a twisted killer whose identity and motive are nearly impossible to trace. And just when they think they have the murderer in their sights, another body shows up—throwing the case wide open once again. "A triumph of a mystery . . . Betsy Reavley has done it again!" —Anita Waller, author of 34 Days

A Gripping Crime Mystery Full of Twists

Murder in the Dark

“[A] true stand-out in the domestic noir genre” from the bestselling author of Broken and Murder at the Book Club (Confessions of a Reading Addict). How far would you go to protect your family? Danny and Libby are about to face every parent’s worst nightmare. When eight-year-old Hope Bird disappears without a trace from the idyllic village where she lives, life for her family will never be the same again. Her parents know she would never have gone off alone, and the police have no idea where she is. Then a child’s shoe is discovered—and the case takes an unexpected turn. But when a suspect is identified, it’s only the beginning . . . “Betsy Reavley has reached new heights with this breathtaking book. Child abduction is always a difficult subject and she has totally embraced it in this outstanding book. It will leave you feeling emotionally drained and in awe of this author. Her best book yet, a literary masterpiece.” —Anita Waller, bestselling author of 34 Days, Angel, and Beautiful “I was sent spinning by the revelations that left me feeling dizzy. I have to say I thought the ending was so well done. It really moved me and I thought it was the perfect ending for such a hard-hitting storyline.” —By the Letter Book Reviews “This is a book that once you start reading it you won’t be able to stop. It is a story that grabs you right from the very beginning.” —Relax and Read Book Reviews

Frailty

When you think you've lost everything, what else is there left to lose? After surviving a fatal accident Monica is left wondering what happened to her life. Why did the car crash and why is she being haunted by a crow? Unable to remember the events that led to that fateful day and plagued by frightening visions Monica is determined to get some answers. But sometimes the truth is best left buried. What everyone is saying about Carrion: "Walks you through all the dark depths a mind can wander when someone loses people they have loved" "The hairs on the back of my neck stood up from the very beginning until the very end of the book" "Haunting tense and utterly absorbing" Betsy Reavley is the best-selling author of Murder at the Book Club, The Quiet Ones, The Optician's Wife and Frailty.

Carrion

The stunning, shocking bestseller that you won't be able to put down"One of the most extraordinary books you'll ever read." Ann Abrams "Savagely bleak Wolf Creek-style horror, unreliably narrated by a psychologically troubled young woman. The story seems to be an allegory for bipolar disorder - the highs are too good to be true and the lows are unfathomably awful. You will be unprepared. Highly recommended, if you can handle it." Oodle "I read a lot of books and have to say that this is one of the best books I've read in a long time! I was hooked from the beginning and found it hard to put the book down. A truly gripping story, which at times can be shocking." Lauren "I couldn't put it down, there were times I wanted to." Beth Boyd "Part romance - part horror, you'll want to tell your friends about it." Chris Child "A book that will hit you like a ton of bricks: shocking, romantic, disturbing, ultimately life-affirming." David Andrews "A story with a huge twist which will imprint itself on your mind." Sarah Welsh AN EXTRAORDINARY NOVEL OF LOVE, SUSPENSE, AND HORROR Annabel is a troubled young woman trying to put her life back together. She takes a trip to the Suffolk coast to clear her head and get away from her stifling mother. When she arrives in the little seaside town she discovers a series of grisly murders have taken place. Then a fateful meeting with Jude, a fascinating man who lives in a world of faded grandeur, takes her on a journey of self-discovery. Although Jude is supportive and kind, Annabel is not sure whether her feelings for him are reciprocated. Yet she finds some peace in his beautiful country house which shelters other damaged souls. But Jude comes under suspicion from the police, and the idyllic community is threatened. Can Annabel escape her past or is her destiny sealed? And why is she haunted by horrific visions when she seems on the verge of finding love and happiness? This is Betsy Reavley's astonishing debut novel which will take you on a shattering journey through Annabel's dreams and nightmares. It contains scenes some readers may find disturbing.

Beneath the Watery Moon

A toxic friendship. A shattered marriage. A deadly secret . . . The author of Murder at the Book Club delivers a twisty domestic thriller. When Cass walks into their lives, Lila and Owen are both bewitched by her charms. Cass is vibrant, confident, and everything Lila feels she no longer is. Soon, her influence begins to seep into every corner of their lives. Yet, as Cass grows closer to Lila, Owen, and her daughters, Lila's life begins to unravel. Feeling she is on the outside of her own life, Lila confides in her oldest friend, Zara, but even she can't prevent the inevitable from happening. Before long, a bitter power struggle unfolds, fuelled by betrayal, secrets, and manipulation. Trust becomes a weapon as Lila's very sanity is pushed to its limits . . . How far would you go to protect the life you've built for yourself? For fans of The Housemaid, Magpie, and The Silent Patient comes a gripping psychological thriller about betrayal, obsession, and the fragile line between stability and madness. Praise for Betsy Reavley "A deliciously devilish whodunit!" —Robert Bryndza, bestselling author of the Kate Marshall Private Investigator series "Will keep readers guessing till the very end!" —J.A. Baker, bestselling author of The Perfect Parents and The Other Mother

The Other Woman

A unique collection of stories from bestselling authors Angela Marsons, Rob Sinclair, Joy Ellis, Louise Beech and many more! Written in the Stars is a festive charity anthology with short stories from a variety of authors, including international bestsellers and award-winning writers. There’s something for everyone, with tales that will make you laugh, make you cry, or make you sleep with the light on. It’s the perfect book to curl up with on a cold winter’s night. All net profits from this anthology are in aid of Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity and The Butterfly AVM Charity, who both work tirelessly to offer help to children and their families with life-threatening illnesses. Authors include: A.A. Abbott, Angela Marsons, Beverley Harvey, Caron McKinley, Diane Saxon, D.S. Butler, Emma Tallon, Eva Jordan, Gina Kirkham, Helen Walters, Jen Faulkner, John Harkin, Joy Ellis, Keri Beevis, Laura Stewart, Louise Beech Marrisse Whittaker, Mike Walters, Natasha Boydell, Patricia Dixon, Rob Sinclair (writing as CJ Stone), Stephen Edger and Valerie Keogh.

A Charity Anthology

Written in the Stars

The Optician's Wife: a compelling new psychological thriller from an international best-selling author. Can you ever really know someone? When Deborah, an unpopular seventeen-year-old, meets the charming and handsome Larry, he sweeps her off her feet. The trouble is Larry has a secret. Then a series of grisly murders cast a shadow over everything. As Deborah's world starts to fall apart she begins to suspect the man she loves of a terrible betrayal. And to keep their marriage alive, sacrifices must be made. A compelling, psychological thriller that unpicks what goes on behind closed doors and reminds us that sometimes the worst crimes can take place closer to home than you think.

"a hauntingly horrific tale that will reach into the darkest corners of your mind" Not everyone can be saved... Annabel, a troubled young woman trying to put her life back together, decides to take a trip to the Suffolk coast to clear her head and get away from her mother. But when she arrives in the little seaside town, she discovers a series of grisly murders have taken place and police are searching for a twisted killer. After a fateful meeting with a mysterious stranger, Jude, the course of her life changes and soon she finds peace in a world away from the misery she has known. But when Jude comes under suspicion from the police, and her idyllic world is threatened, Annabel’s happy existence starts to become a nightmare. Can Annabel escape her painful past or is her fate sealed? And why is she haunted by horrific visions when she seems on the verge of finding happiness? This astonishing novel will take you on a shattering journey through Annabel’s fight for survival and will ask if the greatest threat we pose is to ourselves. *** This is a revised edition of a book previously published as Beneath The Watery Moon *** Suitable for over 18’s only. This book contains graphic scenes and of acts of violence which some readers may find disturbing. Betsy Reavley is the international bestselling author of multilple thrillers including The Optician's Wife, Frailty, The Quiet Ones, Murder at the Book Club and Murder in the Dark. Broken is a revised edition of her debut novel and is a dark and compelling psychological horror which will stay with you long after you finish.

A Heart Stopping Psychological Thriller with a Killer Twist

Broken

From the bestselling author of The Optician’s Wife, a thriller that “delivers on every level, leaving breathless readers in its wake” (Anita Waller, bestselling author of Captor). For the ten people trapped in a living nightmare, things are about to get worse. Unable to escape from a life-threatening situation, one of them is discovered dead. The tension escalates when the survivors realize there is a murderer among them, who is preparing to strike again and again . . . With mounting desperation, people begin to turn on each other. And while they struggle to identify who is responsible, each must contend with their own past, the claustrophobia and the secrets they are hiding. But who is who? And which of them will be next? As the pressure builds, time is running out . . . “The plotting is excellent and the pacing spot-on. A deep sense of foreboding and growing peril permeates the entire novel.” —Mark Wilson, author of the dEaDINBURGH series “A unique and utterly compelling thriller that will suck you in from the very beginning and drag you down into its murky depths along with its characters.” —Books of All Kinds “Pulp fiction for the Kindle era.” —Crime Fiction Lover “A captivating, chilling, at times gruesome thriller!” —Bits About Books “If you’re looking for a quick and fun read, in a claustrophobic setting, Pressure may be the book for you.” —Keeper of Pages “Holy freaking hell, Betsy is back with a new psychological thriller and she is on fire!” —Chelle’s Book Reviews “A compelling read and just the sort of book I love to lose myself in.” —Damppebbles

A Dark and Disturbing Psychological Thriller

Pressure

A.S. King

A collection of short stories from some of your favourite authors. Do you think you know darkness? Think again. Bloodhound Books presents Dark Minds—a collection of stories by authors who have come together to produce an anthology that will lure, tantalise and shock its readers. What took place By the Water? What goes on behind A Stranger’s Eyes? And what is so special about Slow Roast Pork? From master authors such as Lisa Hall, Steven Dunne, Louise Jensen and Anita Waller, readers can expect a one hell of a ride . . . All profits from the sale of this book will be donated to Hospice UK and Sophie’s Appeal. Dark Minds is a collection of 40 crime and thriller short stories from authors including; Louise Jensen, L.J. Ross, Lisa Hall, Steven Dunne, Betsy Reavley, Alex Walters and Anita Waller plus many more. For the complete table of contents, Look Inside.

A Charity Collection of Short Stories from Some of Your Favourite Authors

Betsy Reavley

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