Shalini Boland Knihy

"A gripping psychological thriller with a twist"--Cover.

Alice a Seth jsou dokonalý pár: pohledný lékař a jeho krásná snoubenka. Jsou bohatí, oblíbení a jako stvořeni jeden pro druhého – všichni přátelé jim závidí. Jenže když na vysněnou svatbu konečně dojde, před oltářem na Alice čeká muž, kterého nepoznává. Ten cizí člověk navíc trvá na tom, že je opravdu její snoubenec Seth, a všichni svatebčané s ním souhlasí. Alice začne panikařit a zhroutí se jí svět. Kde je její skutečný snoubenec a proč jí z života zmizely všechny stopy po něm? A když její okolí falešnému Sethovi věří, může Alice vůbec doufat, že se z téhle noční můry probudí a dopátrá se pravdy?

Two families. One house swap. A vacation to die for.I can’t believe my luck as I arrive at the beautiful, white-washed Italian villa. Complete with an infinity pool and stunning views, it’s the perfect place to create special memories with my family. But as soon as we step inside everything starts to go wrong…When my neighbour from back home calls, concerned about the woman in my house – and the way she’s snooping about – I start to wonder why successful Amber Mason has swapped her gorgeous villa in the sun for a crumbling English cottage.In the midday heat a shiver runs down my spine. I have no idea who the stranger I’ve let into my life really is.Then I discover an old photograph of my handsome husband hidden in a wardrobe in the master bedroom. My head spins as I try to understand why it’s there. When I confront Niall on the balcony he has an answer for everything. As I search his familiar green eyes, with the sun setting in the background, I can no longer tell if he’s lying. I storm out.But when I return to the villa, in the dark of night, I scream. My husband is lying dead on the veranda.Memories of our marriage flash before our eyes. Was it all a lie? And are my children now in danger?The vacation is over and the nightmare has just begun…

A WWII evacuee's journey intertwines with a modern-day boy's life in this captivating timeslip adventure. The narrative explores themes of resilience and friendship as the two characters navigate their vastly different worlds, revealing the impact of history on contemporary lives. Their encounters highlight the enduring effects of war and the connections that transcend time, making for a poignant exploration of shared experiences and personal growth.

A mysterious child appears in Tessa Markham's kitchen, claiming she is his mother, which turns her life upside down. As Tessa navigates the chaos—being suspected of abducting the boy and uncovering secrets about her husband—she confronts her painful past and the truth about the child's identity. This psychological thriller is packed with suspense and unexpected twists, keeping readers engaged and guessing until the very end. It's a gripping tale that explores trust, deception, and the complexities of motherhood.

A newlywed discovers her husband harbors a shocking secret that could unravel their marriage. As she delves deeper into the mystery, she realizes that her mother-in-law may go to extreme lengths to protect this hidden truth. Tension builds as the protagonist navigates familial loyalty, deception, and the lengths one might go to for love and protection, leading to a gripping exploration of trust and betrayal within a family dynamic.

"'Daddy has been lying.' Faye Townsend has planned the perfect summer trip for her family. But returning to the small seaside town her husband grew up in does not go to plan, the rain pours and the long days become stifling. And then the unthinkable happens ... Her husband Jake and her six-year-old son Dylan go for an early morning walk along the beautiful, windswept clifftops. They don't come back. As the hours tick by, Dylan's red baseball cap is found on the beach and Faye finds herself being questioned by the police. They want to know everything about the man she married - is Faye ready to face her husband's dark past? Or will she have to confront her own secrets first? And just how far will a mother go to save her only child?"--Publisher description

From the bestselling author of The Secret Mother, a chilling tale about revisiting the past--and digging up secrets you'd rather forget. The invitation to her school reunion couldn't have come at a better time for Chloe Flynn. Divorced, broke and bored at work, she's living a life her teenage self would hate. Turning the clock back fifteen years might be just what she needs to wipe the slate clean and start again. And then there's the chance she'll bump into Nathan Blake, the one she still regrets letting get away... Back at her elite private school, Chloe sparkles as she reunites with old friends and long-forgotten love interests. And then, just as she'd hoped, there's Nathan, more handsome than ever before. Even better, he's single too, and seems to be just as keen to make up for lost time... But as the evening progresses, Chloe can't help feeling that something's not quite right--that she's not the only one who's come here for more than just a party. When the secrets of the past start to emerge and the reunion takes a sinister turn, it's clear that nothing is what it seems--and nothing will be the same again.

"Gemma Ballantine is getting ready for work one morning when her eldest child comes running down the stairs, saying the words every mother dreads. The front door is open and her six-year-old daughter has disappeared. Frantic with fear, Gemma starts a nail-biting search for her little girl. After what feels like forever, her mother-in-law Diane finds Katie wandering lost a few streets away. Relieved to have her youngest child back in her arms, breathing in the sweet scent of her hair, Gemma thinks the nightmare is over. But then her perfect family starts to fall apart. And she realizes it's only just beginning."--Publisher description

The story follows Zoe, who, after fainting on her wedding day, has been haunted by the belief that something terrible occurred. A decade later, she embarks on a quest to uncover the truth behind that fateful day, driven by a mix of curiosity and unresolved emotions. As she delves into her past, secrets begin to unravel, leading her to confront hidden fears and the impact of that moment on her life.