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Recommendation: 1. This book is a captivating family saga that takes you on a journey through the life of Harry Clifton, starting from his humble beginnings in Bristol to the tumultuous years leading up to the Second World War. The story is filled with unexpected twists and turns that will keep you hooked until the very end. 2. If you enjoy multi-generational tales that delve into the secrets and mysteries of a family's past, then "Only Time Will Tell" is a must-read for you. With Jeffrey Archer's masterful storytelling, this book will leave you craving for more, and you won't be able to put it down until you unravel the truth about Harry Clifton's father and his own destiny. 3. Prepare yourself for a rollercoaster ride of emotions as you become immersed in the lives of the characters in "Only Time Will Tell". From war heroes to hidden identities, this book will keep you guessing and leave you wanting more. Don't be surprised if you find yourself thinking about this epic tale long after you've finished reading it.

"Third Girl could be a good read for anyone interested in a classic murder mystery with a psychological twist. Agatha Christie's ability to craft an intricate and suspenseful plot is highlighted in this book, as Poirot sets out to unravel the truth behind a perplexed girl's conviction that she might have killed someone. The book keeps the reader guessing until the final reveal, and is a page-turner from start to finish."

This gripping murder mystery set in a nursing school will keep you on the edge of your seat. With a cleverly crafted plot full of false leads, P D James delves into the dark side of human nature, delivering chilling twists and turns that will leave you guessing until the very end. Perfect for fans of suspenseful crime thrillers who enjoy getting a deep insight into the intricate workings of the medical field. Get ready to be both captivated and horrified as you follow Detective Adam Dalgliesh's pursuit of justice in a world where healing and murder collide.

For those who love fast-paced thrillers with historical mysteries and conspiracy theories. Dan Brown's famous writing style and use of intriguing symbols and esoteric knowledge make this book a must-read for fans of the genre.

NYPD Red and Detective Zach Jordan are experts at solving high-profile crimes in the city that never sleeps. The second book in the series, NYPD Red 2, is a thrilling read that will keep you guessing until the very end. With James Patterson and Marshall Karp at the helm, you're in for a ride that twists and turns with each page.

The Shape of Water is a great choice for readers who enjoy crime novels with complex and dynamic characters. The book is set in Sicily, giving a unique and charming twist to the story. The protagonist, Inspector Montalbano, is a likable and honest character who is determined to solve the case and bring justice. The story is full of unexpected twists, vivid descriptions of Italian cuisine, and local language and customs that add to the charm of the novel. Overall, The Shape of Water is an entertaining and engaging read that will leave readers wanting more.

From Roald Dahl, the master of the sting in the tail, a newly collected book of his darkest stories. 'The cruelest lies are often told in silence . . .' Why do we lie? Why do we deceive those we love most? What do we fear revealing? In these ten tales of deception master storyteller Roald Dahl explores our tireless efforts to hide the truth about ourselves. Here, among many others, you'll read about how to get away with the perfect murder, the old man whose wagers end in a most disturbing payment, how revenge is sweeter when it is carried out by someone else and the card sharp so good at cheating he does something surprising with his life. Dahl understood our deepest secrets, desires and fears and Deception is one of four books - the rest being Lust, Cruelty and Madness - that explore our hidden selves.

He walked the night, a shadow among shadows. They called him Nemesis and he was everywhere. But the night he saved Deborah O'Roarke from an attacker he rediscovered the sweet ache of longing. As Gage Guthrie he could woo her. But the idealistic prosecutor abhorred his vigilante approach to crime fighting. So how could he reveal he was the phantom who lurked in the Night Shadow? Passion. Power. Suspense. It's time to fall under the spell of Nora Roberts.

Following a twisted trail of blood, The Stalking Man hunts women in cities
the way his father had once taught him to hunt deer, striking with cunning
precision, laughing as he time and again outwits the law, until two men
successfully piece together his macabre clues. Reprint.

Author: William J. Coughlin
Publisher: Macmillan
Publication Date: 1998

"Live Flesh" by Ruth Rendell is a gripping crime novel that explores themes of redemption and the struggle to escape one's past. The story follows Victor Jenner, a man who has just been released from prison and is trying to start anew. However, his past catches up with him when he reunites with the police officer he shot and the officer's girlfriend. As Victor's old habits resurface, readers are taken on a thrilling ride exploring the consequences of one's actions and the elusive nature of redemption.

In a southern Illinois college town where horror is carved in flesh and corruption knows no bounds, a young English professor with a shrouded past is about to learn higher education can be murder.     No one remembers how the body of Josie Fortune was found deep inside Lues Creek Canyon twenty years ago. No one remembers how corrupt police officials framed an innocent man and handed the victim’s daughter into the state’s welfare system. No one remembers, no one but a killer left to carve out a brutal legacy of torture and murder with absolute impunity in this rural southern Illinois college town.     When Josie Darling returns to Lues State to assume a teaching position and come to terms with her mother’s murder, she takes every precaution to hide her tainted past from her colleagues. But someone close remembers, and the shadows of history close in. Threats come, intimate promises of violence written in a desperately psychotic scrawl, invading every aspect of her life. Confronted by personal and professional jeopardy at every turn, Josie must face her terror and expose the identity of her mother’s killer—a killer who is now stalking her.     “If you think you can sleuth this thing, I’m afraid you’re in over your head,” warns a local investigator, but Josie’s stake in this case is all too personal and all the more immediate as she uncovers other murders. Her list of potential suspects includes her deranged ex-husband, her outlaw stepfather and any of his rogue clan, several manipulative Englishprofessors, and a host of corrupt local lawmen.      Struggling against an unseen but ever-present enemy and with few allies to counsel her, Josie embarks on an odyssey of self-discovery. Using her well-honed research skills, the academic becomes the detective and sets out to recover her birthright. Josie transforms herself from tormented victim to relentless avenger as she takes on the intense willfulness of her namesake. But even her renewed strength of character may not help Fortune’s Darling save herself and find the elusive killer’s true identity in time, an identity heard only in the whisper of leaves.

The Cold Six Thousand could be a good read for those who enjoy well-written crime-fiction novels that keep them on edge. This book, set against the backdrop of the assassination of JFK, explores the deep-rooted corruption, conspiracy, and violence of the 1960s. Ellroy's masterful storytelling brings together unique characters such as Vegas cops, Howard Huges, the KKK, and J. Edgar Hoover, making this a must-read for fans of historical mysteries and crime novels.

With expertly crafted plots that keep you guessing, A Scarpetta Omnibus offers three of Cornwell's classic crime novels with strong central characters and pulse-pounding suspense. These novels offer a unique perspective on forensic procedures and psychological profiling, making them a must-read for anyone who loves heart-pounding crime fiction.