Twisted Thrillers

Murderous greed. Shambling corpses. Depraved behavior... It's time for more Twisted Tales. From the far reaches of space, all the way back into shadow-filled closets. This volume of terror and suspense stories has you covered. Have you ever wondered what you might do if you stumbled across a stash of hidden loot? Ever imagine what crimes you would commit to keep it all to yourself? Wonder no longer, and read three horrifying examples of "What if?" right here and now. Also included is a second tale from the Vampire Zombie Ghost Club, for any of the less squeamish readers out there.

The expected never happens... a man calls unexpectedly on his mistress and sees another man leaving her flat. Accusing her of being unfaithful, he quarrels with her, strikes her. She dies. Leaving unseen, he tips off the police so that the other man is arrested and charged... Has he achieved "The Perfect Murder"? A tantalising opening to "A Twist in the Tale", a fantastic collection of short stories from bestselling author Jeffrey Archer.

What do you do when the unthinkable happens? August 8, 2000: A carefree birthday party goes horribly wrong. The children scatter to play hide and seek. But one little girl never returns. Three-year-old Grace has vanished without a trace. Fourteen years later: With the case long since gone cold, Grace's family has done its best to move on. But her sister, Elise, has never given up hope. And now Elise thinks she may have found her.... Is Elise going crazy? Could Grace really have returned? And if she has, where was she taken?

Once upon a time, a little girl wore a red hood and wandered through the woods with a basket of treats. That story is dead. In its place rises Red—a battle-trained, tactically armored operative whose mission is far more lethal than delivering baked goods to Grandma. The world has changed. The once-whimsical forest is now a quarantined war zone, home to cryptic disappearances, ancient lore reawakening, and whispers of a creature long believed to be just a fable: The Wolf of the Woods. But Red is not here to be hunted. Trained in covert operations, skilled in survival, and equipped with a ...

Dee is horrified to find herself helping her father to rescue and rehome a girl who has been abused. The FBI are after her, as are the cops and a gang of bad guys. Who is going to find her first? Can she survive the odds, with no superhero skills to fall back on? Get this compulsive and original original first in series and be hooked... Saving the child wasn't on Dee's bucket list. It might be the only thing if the bad guys find her. The rights and wrongs of it aren't so obvious... If you love a good mystery with some WOW! moments, you need to read this book." Dee is an unintentional ...

Kate Rosetti is supposed to be taking the week off. After all, she’s the maid of honor in her sister’s wedding, and Jane Rosetti will kill her if she’s too busy chasing a murderer to participate in the long-anticipated nuptials. Unfortunately, the police chief has news for Kate. When a severed hand shows up in a box at the precinct and a local jewelry store is robbed, Kate is called in to help investigate a not-quite-homicide. But with such a high-profile diamond heist combined with random body parts appearing ad nauseum, this case is unlike anything the department has seen before.

Eliza thought she came to The Haven for answers—but the mansion’s secrets are more dangerous than she ever imagined. What begins as a search for the truth about her sister Claire’s death quickly turns into a sinister game of cat and mouse. At The Haven, a luxurious yet eerie retreat, whispers of missing guests, hidden passageways, and buried scandals haunt every corner. When Eliza discovers Claire’s journal, detailing cryptic clues and paranoid warnings, she realizes her sister’s death was no accident—and the same unseen enemy is now watching her. As Eliza uncovers a web of lies...

Diverse, provocative, eerie, and twisted, this collection of Jeffery Deaver's best crime stories exhibits amazing range and the signature plot twists that have made him a perennial best seller. With nods to O. Henry and Edgar Allen Poe, these beautifully crafted pieces are suspenseful spoonfuls of Deaver at his best. Listeners will be surprised by the subtlety of some of these stories and, as always, by the plot surprises.

When fame turns deadly... Sydney Booth traded her CSI badge in to become a private investigator, hoping working outside the law would allow her to help more people. Her first case seems straightforward: help social media influencer Cassie figure out who has been stalking her. But as Sydney navigates the treacherous world of online fame to help her new client the stakes quickly escalate to life and death. Surrounded by rival influencers, aggressive paparazzi, and a growing list of suspects, Sydney must race against time to unravel the twisted truth and save her client's life. "An Influential...

Two teenagers at their favorite make-out spot in the woods are startled by the discovery of a body that was dumped there. While FBI agents Samantha Kaufman and her partner Trevor Montgomery try to solve this crime, more bodies are popping up. They unravel a trail of deceit, bribery and murder. As they close in on the perpetrator it becomes clear that they are dealing with an ice cold killer.

Eye For Her is a jaw-dropping thriller that fans of Gone Girl and Shutter Island won’t be able to put down—featuring a twist you’ll never see coming. A perfect life shattered. A nightmare begins. Abigail Blake seems to have it all: a loving husband, a long-awaited baby, and a thriving career in architecture. But one serene evening at their lakeside vacation cabin, everything changes. As she cradles her infant and waits for her husband Robert to arrive for dinner, he never comes home. That tranquil moment by the lake becomes her last memory of them as a family. When Abigail wakes, ...

Quench your thirst for drama, mystery, humor, romance, and fantasy with 25 short stories, each with a twist the reader won’t see coming. If you hadn’t had a drink or two before you read this book, you will need it afterwards. With stories ranging from four hundred to seven thousand words, this collection has something for everyone. Audrey is pregnant by someone other than her husband. Renee left the scene of a fatal hit-and-run accident. Barbara’s hook-up with an Internet stranger goes too far. What is Crystal’s secret? How will a jealous girlfriend, a skeptical husband, and an ...

‘Just rest, Frankie. I’ll take care of you.’ I feel my baby kick as my nanny fluffs my pillows and lays me down. She gives me a soothing smile, but it doesn’t reach her eyes. She knows I’m afraid of her… When I shake our nanny Jasmine’s hand for the first time and catch her perfect smile, I can’t ignore the feeling that we’ve met before. But I tell myself it’s nothing. I desperately need help around the house. Since I got pregnant, I burst into tears over the smallest things and my mind is a haze. I can barely look after my toddler Olivia. Jasmine is a godsend–isn’t she?

"Wow, this is some 5-star spice! The desire between these characters and the imagination of the author was out of this world. Loved every page!" — 5 Stars, Amazon Review "I didn't expect it to affect me so deeply—I'm still thinking about these characters and their lives. This book is absolutely worthy of your time!" — 5 Stars, Amazon Review She survived betrayal, but vengeance may cost her heart. Left for dead, Lysa awakens in the lavish sanctuary of her mentor—the legendary Morrigan. But recovery brings complications in the form of Rian al'Duer, Morrigan's dangerously charming and ...

COLLEGE INSTALOVE LIKE YOU'VE NEVER SEEN . . . They say the muses sometimes take human form. I never believed in those fairy-tales , , , But then I see Milly in my audience . . . And as I strum my guitar a new song comes to me on the breeze. It's her song. Milly's Song. She's my muse . . . And I'm gonna make sure she stays mine. Mine forever. Drama and madness with a touch of angst. Sweetness and a hint of darkness. No cheating. No cliffhangers. And a guaranteed happy ending. This is campus-love, Annabelle Winters style. HERE'S WHAT READERS ARE SAYING ABOUT THE CURVY IN COLLEGE SERIES: ...

Axel Wilson is extremely protective of his former street crew, a bunch of child thieves who are under the care of his mentor, Saul Hagin. But Saul is dead, and Saul’s mate Ira has dollar signs where his heart should be. Not knowing what else to do, Axel makes a call for help, not realizing that his problem is going to land smack dab in front of the Alphabits, and drop him right on top of his true mate’s lap.

"Small Town Billionaire Bad Boys" is a collection of four captivating, stand-alone novels, each with its own steamy, unforgettable story that will leave you breathless and craving more. One Night With The Grumpy Billionaire: Eight years after our unforgettable night, Rockstar Elijah Donavan saunters back into my small town, clueless we share a son. His touch still thrills me, and our chemistry is as explosive as ever. But when he discovers the truth, our relationship takes an unexpected turn. Faking It With The Damaged Grump: Nate Hayes storms back into our small town, reigniting all the ...

Trucks of nuts are being hijacked; Accusations are flying; Greed is running rampant; What starts as a simple case quickly becomes threatening.If you like intriguing mysteries, witty heroines, and ruthless villains, you’ll love the first book in this high-octane cozy mystery series! Truckloads of high-priced pistachios are being highjacked, putting drivers’ lives in danger. A beleaguered grocery store owner hires Lea and Maddy to find out who is behind the malicious thefts. Is it black market vendors, local thugs at their worst, or an inside job? After plunging wholeheartedly into their ...

In Twist and Turn, author Tim Tigner once again delivers a fast-paced, unpredictable ride destined to delight his fans. Replete with the clever characters, original intrigue, and thought-provoking predicaments that distinguish his thrillers, the fourth chapter of the international best-selling Kyle Achilles series will turn your throat dry and keep you listening.

Sophie is perfect. She has blonde hair and blue eyes and when she smiles her wide, open, caring smile, her teeth sparkle. Everybody loves her. So would I, except she’s my husband Mike’s best friend, and sometimes they seem a little too close for comfort. This summer, Sophie is renting the grand house next door, bringing over fancy wine, offering to babysit our beautiful three-year-old daughter. It’s nice, actually. She’s smart and funny. Maybe the way she is with Mike–squeezing his arm, tilting her head when she laughs at his jokes–is just how she is with everybody.