A Girl…A Guy… Killian knows all about vampires and aliens. They're not real. But when a handsome swimmer climbs into her storm-tossed boat an hour from her summer destination, the worlds of fantasy and reality suddenly collide… An Island of Mystery… Cuttylea Island has no mall, no social scene, and no action. But it does have a mysterious stone tower, ageless islanders, and a secret as astonishing as a mermaid's tale… An Ancient Curse… Before the summer is through, Killian will find the truth of her family's past…and be forced to choose between love and destiny.

La peine de mort - un verdict unanime contre Ted Hardy pour les meurtres de sa femme, Marilyn, et de ses deux jeunes filles. Stonybrook se réjouit. Il est temps de punir cette famille maudite, de l'enfermer à jamais. Les Hardy n'ont-ils pas toujours été la honte de la ville ? Déjà, le père, une vingtaine d'années plus tôt, avait tué sa femme avant de se suicider... C'est dans ce climat de préjugés que Léa Hardy revient à Stonybrook. Léa sait que son frère est innocent des crimes dont on l'accuse, tout comme elle sait qu'il aimait ses enfants et que, malgré son divorce en cours, il n'aurait jamais pu poignarder sa femme. Alors qui est le véritable meurtrier ? La réponse se trouve ici, dans la ville où elle a grandi. Une ville où, sous ses dehors charmants, se cache un monde de vieux secrets, d'âmes blessées et de cœurs maléfiques. Une ville capable du meilleur, mais aussi du pire. A PROPOS DE L'AUTEUR Sous ce pseudonyme se cache en réalité un couple, Jim et Nikoo McGoldrick. En quelques années, ils ont accumulé les nominations et les prix, grâce à leurs talents conjugués. Leurs auteurs favoris, de Jane Austen à Nora Roberts, témoignent de leur goût pour le suspense et l'atmosphère - deux veines qu'ils explorent à merveille dans leurs romans. Brûlé Deux Fois PRIX D'EXCELLENCE DAPHNE DU MAURIER Gagnant PRIX NATIONAL DU CHOIX DES LECTEURS FINALISTE FINALISTE DU PRIX RWA RITA

Una mujer corre por las relucientes calles de Newport con unos asesinos tras su pista. Necesita ayuda. Necesita a alguien en quien pueda confiar... La abogada Sarah Rand regresa a casa del extranjero para descubrir que es una mujer muerta. Asombrada e incrédula, se da cuenta de que la víctima de asesinato identificada erróneamente como ella era en realidad su mejor amiga. Nadie sabe que Sarah sigue viva, excepto los asesinos que todavía la persiguen. Sola y a la fuga, Sarah busca desesperadamente respuestas. ¿Por qué su jefe y mentor, un destacado juez local, ha sido detenido por el crimen? ¿Qué tiene o sabe ella por lo que merezca la pena matar? ¿Y qué están decididos a ocultar las personas más poderosas de la exclusiva Newport: un senador, un profesor moribundo y su amargada esposa, un experto en seguridad de primera categoría y un grupo de criminales? Con el peligro acechándola, Sarah debe recurrir a un hombre que apenas conoce: Owen Dean, una celebridad de Hollywood con oscuros secretos propios...

TEENAGERS...OR TIME BOMBS? The nation is gripped by the shocking crimes: "good kids" who are suddenly, inexplicably lethal. When Connecticut doctor Dr. Lexi Bradley gets the call that her son has become one of those shooters, her life is turned upside down. Ten years ago, Secret Service agent Bryan Atwood became an expert on adolescent violence. Now the nightmare is back. Just as he is assigned to this new rash of killings, an MRI of the boy's brain reveals what must be pure science fiction. With Lexi's help, Bryan is determined to unearth the truth before more children die, but investigating a cross-country trail of buried horrors casts them both into a dangerous world where corporate greed can lead to sudden death. Winner of the Gold Leaf Award for Best Fiction

Christina Phillips, afligida por una tragedia personal, se marcha de California a Estambul con la esperanza de que las exóticas vistas, sonidos y olores de la antigua ciudad la ayuden a recuperarse. Pero cuando se ve acosada por una joven kurda y amenazada por un conductor que parece saberlo todo sobre su familia y su vida, debe corregir viejas injusticias desentrañando secretos familiares antes de que la tragedia golpee de nuevo. Zari Rahman huyó de las bombas y la guerra química del Kurdistán, desgarrado por la guerra, buscando seguridad y una nueva vida para su hija recién nacida. En Estambul, sin hogar y desesperada, recibe una amabilidad inesperada que tiene un precio desgarrador. Las vidas de estas mujeres chocan en la ciudad donde Oriente se encuentra con Occidente, donde juntas deben recorrer un peligroso camino hacia la justicia y la redención. «Cuando el Espejo se Rompe» conecta las narraciones pasadas y presentes de madres e hijas en un relato sobre la mujer y el sacrificio, la comunidad y la exclusión, la identidad cultural y la experiencia de los refugiados.

FINALISTA DEL PREMIO RITA DE LA RWA GANADOR DEL PREMIO A LA EXCELENCIA DAPHNE DU MAURIER FINALISTA DEL PREMIO NACIONAL DE LOS LECTORES Un hombre espera su ejecución por un asesinato que no cometió. . . Una mujer regresa a un lugar de escándalo y muerte para salvar a su hermano. . . Los secretos de un pequeño pueblo están a punto de estallar en una hoguera de sospechas y represalias mortales… Hace veinte años, Lea y Ted Hardy volvieron del colegio y encontraron a sus padres muertos, víctimas de un asesinato-suicidio. Lea deja atrás la pequeña ciudad de Stonybrook y los dolorosos recuerdos. Pero Ted parece no poder escapar del pasado. Al casarse con la mimada hija de la familia más importante de Stonybrook, comienza una nueva vida… hasta que descubre secretos que conducen a la muerte de su mujer y sus hijas. Y a acusaciones de asesinato. Ahora, condenado y a punto de ser ejecutado, Ted ha perdido la esperanza. Entonces Lea recibe cartas anónimas que proclaman la inocencia de Ted. Decidida a salvar a su hermano, debe regresar a un pueblo que alberga un feroz deseo de ver morir a Ted… llevándose consigo secretos enterrados desde hace mucho tiempo. Desesperada, Lea recurre a Mick Conklin, un hombre por el que se siente profundamente atraída, pero en el que no puede confiar plenamente. Ahora más que nunca necesita un aliado. Porque la mecha está encendida y el fuego de la verdad está a punto de hacer estallar Stonybrook.

ADOLESCENTS... OU BOMBES À RETARDEMENT ? La nation est saisie par des crimes choquants : De "bons enfants" qui deviennent soudainement et inexplicablement meurtriers. Lorsque le docteur Lexi Bradley, médecin dans le Connecticut, apprend que son fils est devenu l'un de ces tireurs, sa vie est bouleversée. Il y a dix ans, Bryan Atwood, agent des services secrets, est devenu un expert de la violence chez les adolescents. Aujourd'hui, le cauchemar est de retour. Alors qu'il est affecté à cette nouvelle vague de meurtres, une IRM du cerveau du garçon révèle ce qui doit être de la pure science-fiction. Avec l'aide de Lexi, Bryan est déterminé à découvrir la vérité avant que d'autres enfants ne meurent, mais l'enquête sur une piste d'horreurs enfouies à travers le pays les projette tous les deux dans un monde dangereux où la cupidité des entreprises peut conduire à une mort soudaine. Lauréat de la Feuille d'or du meilleur roman

From USA Today Bestselling Author May McGoldrick writing as Jan Coffey... In a crowded parking lot, chaos erupts as a Porsche careens out of control. An SUV crashes through a dealership window, and a Mercedes plunges off a pier onto a yacht. Witnesses claim the vehicles had a "mind of their own." Five wrecks in a row—this can't be mere coincidence. Computer guru Emily Doyle finds herself at the center of a deadly game, targeted by a hacker intent on capturing her attention. The technology being used to control the cars links her to each victim, but how? Enter Ben Colter, the investigator hired by automakers to uncover the truth. As the body count rises, Emily and Ben must navigate a twisted web of virtual reality and international terrorism, racing against time to stop the next deadly incident. Will they expose the mastermind before it's too late, or will they become the next victims in this chilling conspiracy? ​​​​​​​What reviewers say: "A chilling premise that may make you hesitate to start your car." – Romance Reviews Today ★★★★★ "This is a dynamite book! Well-written, believable, filled with tension and realism, it pitches just the right mix of mystery, intrigue, and romance." – Jefi Neal, TRRC ★★★★★ "Fast paced, edge of your seat read." – Rosie Bendra, Fresh Fiction ★★★★★

USA Today Bestselling Author May McGoldrick writing as Jan Coffey The Fourth Victim is a masterful blend of psychological horror and suspense, a tale that grips readers with its unsettling premise and refuses to let go. Set against the haunting legacy of a New Mexico cult, this story explores the inescapable ties of the past and the chilling cost of survival. Three survivors of a harrowing cult have already fallen victim to a relentless killer. Now, only one remains. Kelly Stone, the final survivor, has built a quiet life far from her traumatic beginnings. But as the ghosts of her past resurface, so does the danger, drawing her into a terrifying confrontation with a predator determined to finish what was started decades ago. With its atmospheric tension and relentless pacing, The Fourth Victim plunges readers into a world where fear is palpable and safety is an illusion. The claustrophobic dread of being hunted permeates every page, pulling readers into Kelly's desperate struggle to protect her daughter and herself. What sets this novel apart is its deep emotional core. Kelly's journey is not just one of survival but also of reckoning—with her past, her identity, and her determination to fight back against a fate that seems inevitable. Her character is richly drawn, her vulnerability making her triumphs all the more powerful, while the antagonist is a chilling embodiment of unrelenting evil. Perfect for fans of dark psychological horror with a human edge, The Fourth Victim delivers heart-pounding terror and poignant storytelling. It's not just a book—it's an unshakable experience, one that lingers long after the last page. This is a tale that will chill readers to their core and leave them hungry for more. "WOW this book was so hard to out down. You had me guessing who was involved and how!! Terrific read, and the plot just kept getting thicker every page." ★★★★★

A vengeful ghost. An old secret. A weekend getaway they'll never forget. Julia Klein's life has begun to unravel—her daughter Amy has been suspended from school, Julia is about to lose her job, and her boyfriend Garrett is being transferred thousands of miles away. Overwhelmed, she and Amy leave for a weekend at a rambling old colonial inn. Julia never suspects that Garrett, desperate to find a way to keep Julia in his life, has decided to surprise her by joining them. Nor does she expect her daughter to befriend a mischievous ghost…or that she herself would be possessed by the malevolent spirit of a long-dead mother. As a dark secret emerges, Julia, Amy, and Garrett find themselves pitted in a fight for survival against a ghostly presence that intends to resurrect/repeat/relive a crime committed two centuries ago. And this time, Amy and Julia will be the victims.

Two decades of secrets, one killer on the loose, and a town haunted by its darkest sins—can they escape the past before it claims them all? Two decades ago, a sleepy New England town is torn apart by murder when a group of teens lure their unsuspecting victim to a lakeside beach. The prosecution's witness is the troubled fifteen-year-old Lacey Watkins, who happened to be at the wrong place at the wrong time. Haunted by the ghosts of her family's past, Lacey has returned to this place of scandal. With the help of her sister Terri, she is starting over. With nowhere left to run, Lacey is struggling to build a life…until her sister is found dead. When she discovers crime-scene photos of two murders mixed in with her work, Lacey suddenly finds herself at the center of a police investigation and the target of a killer's obsession. After twenty years with the New Haven Police Department, the ex-Detective Gavin MacFadyen is starting a new career as a private investigator. But when his ex-partner is killed in a suspicious 'hit-and-run', he is pulled back into that world of corrupt cops, child prostitution, gang murders, and crime bosses who litter the shore with headless corpses. Gavin has secrets of his own, but Lacey needs an ally, now more than ever…because the murderous fury of an avenger is about to destroy them both.

A fast-attack nuclear submarine cuts silently through the waters of the North Atlantic, hijacked by two-dozen armed terrorists. The target: New York City Trapped aboard the submarine, Ship Superintendent Amy Russell and Commander Darius McCann have only one hope for survival. Having escaped from the hijackers, they must now play a game of cat and mouse where capture could mean death to millions. On land, Lieutenant Colonel Sarah Connelly and Commander Bruce Dunn are working to learn the details of the hijacking in time to stop the attack. As mass hysteria paralyzes New York City, the two investigators uncover a trail of secrets as dangerous as the silent weapon aimed at the heart of America. "...a swift, absorbing tale…certain to light a fire under readers."—Publishers Weekly on Triple Threat

Die gefährlichsten Geheimnisse lauern nicht auf See – sie sitzen im Weißen Haus. Ein nukleares Schnellangriffs-U-Boot fährt lautlos durch die Gewässer des Nordatlantiks und wird von zwei Dutzend bewaffneten Terroristen gekapert. Das Ziel: New York City An Bord des U-Boots gefangen, gibt es für Ship Superintendent Amy Russell und Commander Darius McCann nur eine Hoffnung zu überleben. Nachdem sie den Entführern entkommen sind, müssen sie nun ein Katz- und Mausspiel spielen, bei dem eine Gefangennahme den Tod von Millionen bedeuten könnte. An Land arbeiten Lieutenant Colonel Sarah Connelly und Commander Bruce Dunn daran, die Details der Entführung rechtzeitig zu erfahren, um den Angriff zu verhindern. Während die Massenhysterie New York City lähmt, decken die beiden Ermittler eine Spur von Geheimnissen auf, die so gefährlich sind wie die stille Waffe, die auf das Herz Amerikas gerichtet ist. "...eine rasante, fesselnde Geschichte...die den Lesern mit Sicherheit Feuer unterm Hintern machen wird."-Publishers Weekly über Triple Threat

PEACE AND WAR, FRIEND AND FOE, LIFE AND DEATH… A PERILOUS JOURNEY HOME! Fahimah Banaz has been wrongly held in a CIA "black site" for over five years. Now, as cases of unexplained deaths—marked by rapid decomposition—are cropping up across the U.S., Homeland Security is willing to bend any rule to find the source of the deadly infection, even if it means resurrecting a "dead" Iraqi biochemist. Fahimah's sister risked her life trying to destroy the super-microbe that causes the flesh-eating disease. Fahimah tried, too, but landed in prison. Austyn Newman was sent to gain the cooperation of the scientist. Arriving in Afghanistan, he recognizes that the CIA has been holding the wrong sister all these years. They need her, but how will he gain her trust? With time running out, Austyn must help Fahimah find her way through war-ravaged Iraq and Kurdistan…for salvation lies at the end of her journey home. Includes Reading Group Discussion questions! WINNER - CONNECTICUT PRESS CLUB BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR

FOUR SEEMINGLY DISPARATE LIVES ARE BEGINNING TO UNRAVEL...AND ONE PERSON IS HOLDING THE STRINGS. The Rocket Scientist On the eve of a new satellite launch, the fiancé of NASA project manager Alanna Mendes is apparently killed in a fishing accident...only to be spotted six months later in Silicon Valley. The Computer Genius Four years after being caught by Homeland Security hacking into NASA's mainframe computer, Jay Alexei is still blacklisted from the top colleges and computer companies. Now a changed man, he is desperate for a second chance. The Financial Wizard Once a successful international banking CFO, today David Collier is a broken man who can't afford the expensive treatment for his daughter's rare kidney disorder. The American Dream When a terrorist group abducts the son of rags-to-riches tech mogul Steven Galvin, the billionaire is trapped in a nightmare where no amount of money can help him. "This is a fast-paced action-packed morality play that grips the audience from the moment the offer is first made and never slows down." "This book is an amazing example of the quality artistry that is Jan Coffey's work! It is very much a journey through the mind of mastermind."

Van USA Today-bestsellerauteur Jan Coffey komt een meeslepend verhaal over verraad en moord. Een vrouw rent door de schitterende straten van Newport met moordenaars op haar hielen. Ze heeft hulp nodig. Ze heeft iemand nodig die ze kan vertrouwen... Advocate Sarah Rand dacht dat ze het gevaar achter zich had gelaten, totdat ze thuiskwam en ontdekte dat ze dood was verklaard. Na haar terugkeer van een reis naar het buitenland ontdekt Sarah dat de kranten vol staan met verslagen over een moord - op haar! Verbijsterd stelt ze vast dat het echte slachtoffer een vriendin is die tijdens haar afwezigheid in haar appartement logeerde. Niemand weet dat Sarah nog in leven is... behalve de moordenaars. Ten einde raad zoekt Sarah antwoorden op haar vragen. Waarom wordt haar baas, een vooraanstaand rechter, de moord in de schoenen geschoven? Wat heeft zij, of weet zij in hemelsnaam dat zo belangrijk is dat iemand haar ervoor wil vermoorden? Welke rol speelt haar ex-verloofde in dit angstaanjagende spel? Terwijl het gevaar steeds dichterbij komt, wordt Sarah gedwongen de hulp van Owen Dean in te roepen, een man die ze nauwelijks kent en die zijn eigen geheimen heeft. Maar als ze in leven wil blijven, heeft ze iemand nodig die ze kan vertrouwen...

From USA Today Bestselling Author May McGoldrick writing as Jan Coffey... Countdown to the Fourth of July… Just weeks before Independence Day, the President is targeted for assassination by a powerful financial cartel intent on stealing the American dream. Only two people stand between national disaster and a celebration—and time is running out. FBI Special Agent Nate Murtaugh has just ten days to find a missing Betsy Ross flag. His search leads him to the Philadelphia art world and Ellie Littlefield, the daughter of a notorious art forger. With her connections in the art underworld, Ellie becomes Nate's only hope. As the countdown to Independence Day ticks away, they must navigate a treacherous landscape where truth and lies blur, and murder is just a means to an end. With corporate power brokers willing to eliminate anyone who threatens their profits, will Nate and Ellie expose the conspiracy in time, or will they find themselves the next targets in a deadly game? The nation's fate hangs in the balance.

A SUMMER IN ARUBA, ON THE BEACH, IN THE SUN–WHAT ELSE COULD A GIRL WANT? SUMMER ROMANCE, OF COURSE! Imagine spending your entire summer vacation on the beautiful island of Aruba. Who could ask for anything more? Well, for Morgan Callahan, spending her entire summer in Aruba with the father, she hardly knows, is barely anything to look forward to. In fact, she is dreading the next few months. Nonetheless, she is in for the time of her life! From secret operatives to finding romance. Morgan is in for some international intrigue! "This breezy romance captures the ups and downs of teenage emotions without burdening readers with heavy drama. The setting is beautifully but simply described, the plot moves swiftly, the romance is just this side of hot, and the danger is scary. Suggest this to teens looking for a fun beach read." —School Library Journal

From USA Today Bestselling Author Jan Coffey comes a riveting tale of betrayal and murder. A woman runs through the glittering streets of Newport with killers on her trail. She needs help. She needs someone she can trust... Attorney Sarah Rand thought she had left danger behind—until she returned home to discover she had been declared dead. The murder victim was wrongly identified as Sarah, but the real target was her best friend. Now, with everyone believing she's dead, Sarah is on the run, hunted by killers who won't stop until they finish the job. Desperate for answers, Sarah uncovers a web of lies that ties her to a high-profile crime. Her boss, a respected judge, has been arrested for the murder. A Senator, a dying professor, and a powerful security expert are hiding secrets that could cost her everything. With time running out, Sarah must rely on a mysterious Hollywood celebrity with dark secrets of his own. But in a world of deception and betrayal, the biggest question remains… who can Sarah trust to stay alive?

Een man wacht op zijn executie voor een moord die hij niet heeft gepleegd ... Een vrouw keert terug naar een plek van schandaal en dood om haar broer te redden ... De smeulende geheimen van een kleine stad staan op het punt om te ontbranden in een vuur van achterdocht en dodelijke wraak ... Twintig jaar geleden kwamen Léa en Ted Hardy thuis van school en vonden ze hun ouders dood – slachtoffers van zelfmoord. Léa laat het kleine stadje Stonybrook en de pijnlijke herinneringen achter zich. Maar Ted lijkt niet aan het verleden te kunnen ontsnappen. Hij trouwt met de verwende dochter van de vooraanstaande familie van Stonybrook en begint een nieuw leven – totdat hij geheimen ontdekt die leiden tot de dood van zijn vrouw en dochters. En tot beschuldigingen van moord. Nu hij is veroordeeld en de doodstraf boven zijn hoofd hangt, heeft Ted de hoop opgegeven. Dan ontvangt Léa anonieme brieven waarin Teds onschuld wordt bevestigd. Vastbesloten om haar broer te redden, moet ze terugkeren naar een stad waar een sterk verlangen heerst om Ted te zien sterven ... en lang begraven geheimen mee te nemen. In haar wanhoop wendt Léa zich tot Mick Conklin, een man tot wie ze zich sterk aangetrokken voelt, maar die ze niet volledig kan vertrouwen. Ze heeft nu meer dan ooit een bondgenoot nodig. Want de lont is aangestoken en het felle vuur van de waarheid staat op het punt Stonybrook op te blazen. "Jan Coffey ... slaagt er in deze meeslepende romantische thriller in een knappe balans te vinden tussen een schandaal in een kleine stad en seksuele intriges, met een levendige plot en levendige karakters." – Publisher's Weekly RWA RITA© AWARD FINALIST Winnaar van de DAPHNE DU MAURIER AWARD of Excellence FINALIST VOOR DE NATIONALE LEZERSPRIJS