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Breaking Free is the sequel to the author’s crime novel Getting Even: Revenge Is Best Served Cold. Livia Morrison was taken against her will, but finally breaks free. She takes all Harry’s money, sells his flat, and escapes to the United Arab Emirates, where women alone are frowned upon, so she knows she can’t stay there forever. Three years later, Livia travels to a small community in North Wales, where she hopes she can leave her past buried and live a quiet life unnoticed. Then her problems really begin. Livia knows she is being stalked, but keeping the intruder out of her home is proving impossible. Then the mysterious telephone calls come. Were they of an earlier era? Livia doesn’t want to remember her early life and has locked it away in the depths of her mind. But the voice on the phone is making her remember things she never realised she knew. There are too many unanswered questions. How does the garden stay so perfect? It’s the height of summer, yet outside it’s autumn and the leaves are beginning to fall. Then she finds the seafarer’s chest in the attic...

A bad penny always turns up, so the saying goes. A Bad Penny is the third book in a series by Pat McDonald. In her first book, A Penny for Them, Benjamin Matthews (nee Pollock), discovers after several startling revelations that he isn’t who he thought he was, which stops him from leaving with his wife and children for the United Arab Emirates. Determined to join them, Ben manages to escape the clutches of Sergeant Daphne Johnson, when in book two, The Penny Drops, he sneaks out of the UK to “live the dream” in the desert country’s opulent culture. Feeling sheer relief upon arrival, and lured by his new exotic surroundings and the mysteries of the desert, Ben sees no point in telling his wife who he really is. Believing him to be an orphan, she remains blissfully ignorant of both his families, until his two mothers show up together, complete with suitcases. This sparks the beginning of another inevitable run of bad luck for Ben. Just when things seem to be going okay, something always turns up to spoil it! In A Bad Penny, Ben’s easy escape to United Arab Emirates is short lived, when, like a bad penny, everyone turns up!

Hugo Bott returns in this fourth installment of the Blue Woods mystery series, where a new investigation unfolds amidst the eerie backdrop of the woods. As secrets unravel, Bott must navigate complex relationships and confront dark truths that challenge his perceptions. The story weaves suspense and intrigue, drawing readers deeper into a world where every clue reveals more than it seems. Expect unexpected twists and a gripping narrative that keeps you guessing until the very end.

In the witness protection program, Bart Bridges adopts the new identity of Cyrus Bartholomew, a clock maker, as he seeks refuge in the quaint seaside town of Wainthorpe-on-sea. As he navigates his new life, the challenges of starting over and the shadows of his past loom large, setting the stage for a gripping tale of intrigue and self-discovery.

Winston Henry's envy of the night shift staff at the old asylum turns into a startling reality when he takes a vacancy. As he delves into the eerie atmosphere of Echo Heights, he uncovers unsettling truths that transform his perception of the place and its secrets. The experience challenges his understanding of the asylum and himself, leading to profound changes in his life.

The story follows Benjamin Matthews, a thirty-year-old man with an angelic appearance but limited academic qualifications. Despite his innocent demeanor, he struggles to find his place in the world, bouncing from one job to another, each ending in mishap. His journey reflects themes of self-discovery and the challenges of adulthood as he navigates a series of comedic misadventures in his quest for purpose.

Set against the backdrop of financial challenges, this installment delves into the lives of characters grappling with money management and personal growth. The narrative explores themes of resilience and resourcefulness as they navigate their circumstances. Readers can expect a blend of humor and heartfelt moments, showcasing how every small decision can lead to significant changes. As part of the Penny Series, it continues to develop familiar characters while introducing new ones who enrich the storyline.

In this second installment of the Bart Bridges PI series, the narrative continues to follow the titular private investigator as he navigates a complex case filled with intrigue and danger. The story delves deeper into Bart's character, exploring his motivations and the challenges he faces in a world where time is both an ally and an enemy. With a blend of suspense and clever plotting, readers are drawn into a gripping mystery that tests Bart's skills and resolve.

The story follows Bart Bridges and Emily Hobbs as they establish The Bartholomew and Hobbs Detective Agency while running their clock shop, The March of Time. Their quest to locate Emily's father and cousin Peter takes a dark turn as they investigate the hit-and-run death of a local man. This leads them into a complex world of drug dealing and money laundering, revealing secrets and lies that threaten to unravel their lives.

In this installment, Ben Pollock grapples with the consequences of a tumultuous birthday celebration. As he navigates his recovery, unexpected encounters with Austin Prentice and his former girlfriend, Mona, reveal hidden truths about his past. Their presence complicates Ben's journey, intertwining his current life with unresolved emotions and memories.