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• Bright Young Women

  A Novel

  Knoll, Jessica

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  A young woman’s life unravels as she looks into a high-profile murder case that parallels her own past trauma. As she investigates, she uncovers chilling connections between the case and her personal experiences, challenging her…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Last Murder at the End of the World

  Turton, Stuart,

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  A detective investigates a complex murder case in a futuristic, high-tech world. The story blends intricate plotting with a richly detailed setting, exploring themes of technology, identity, and the nature of justice.

• Small Mercies

  A Novel

  Lehane, Dennis

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  In 1970s Boston, a detective investigates the disappearance of a young Black girl amidst racial tensions and corruption. The story delves into themes of justice, systemic racism, and personal redemption, painting a vivid picture of a city…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• None of This Is True

  A Novel

  Jewell, Lisa

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  A successful podcaster's investigation into a seemingly perfect life reveals disturbing secrets and hidden traumas. As she delves deeper, she uncovers unsettling truths that challenge her understanding of reality and personal safety.

• Fire and Bones

  Reichs, Kathy,

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  A forensic anthropologist uncovers a series of mysterious deaths tied to an ancient curse. As she investigates, she faces dangerous threats while solving the case that intertwines modern crime with historical secrets.

• The Searcher

  a Novel

  French, Tana

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  A retired detective seeks a quiet life in a remote village but becomes entangled in a local boy's disappearance. As he investigates, he uncovers dark secrets within the seemingly peaceful community, challenging his desire for solitude.

• Death on the Nile

  Christie, Agatha, 1890-1976

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  A luxurious river cruise turns deadly when a wealthy heiress is murdered. Renowned detective Hercule Poirot must unravel a web of jealousy and deceit among the passengers to find the killer before they strike again.

• The Department of Sensitive Crimes

  McCall Smith, Alexander, 1948-

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  In a department handling unusual cases, a detective and her team tackle bizarre crimes. Their investigations reveal eccentric characters and unexpected truths, blending humor with mystery as they navigate the complexities of human behavior.

• The Grey Wolf

  Penny, Louise,

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  Chief Inspector Gamache faces a challenging case involving a long-lost manuscript and a web of secrets in a small village. His investigation reveals buried tensions and hidden truths, testing his skills and patience.

• The Maid

  A Novel

  Prose, Nita

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  A hotel maid discovers a guest’s dead body and becomes entangled in a web of lies and deceit. As she unravels the mystery, she faces threats and must navigate the complexities of truth and justice.

• The Spider

  Kepler, Lars,

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  A serial killer known as "The Spider" emerges from the shadows, terrorizing Stockholm with gruesome murders. Detective Joona Linna is drawn into a high-stakes investigation as he races against time to catch the elusive killer.

• A Talent for Murder

  a Novel

  Swanson, Peter, 1968-

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  A psychiatrist is drawn into a chilling game with a patient who has confessed to multiple murders. As she delves into his mind, she uncovers dark secrets and realizes her own life is at risk.

• The Housemaid

  McFadden, Freida,

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  A desperate woman takes a job as a housemaid for a wealthy family, only to discover sinister secrets and a manipulative employer. Her quest for freedom leads to a gripping battle for survival.

• Villa, The

  A Novel

  Hawkins, Rachel

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  Two estranged sisters reunite at a villa in Italy, uncovering dark family secrets and hidden dangers from the past that threaten to unravel their lives.

• Bookmarked for Death

  Barrett, Lorna

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  A bookshop owner stumbles upon a murder tied to a controversial novel. As she investigates, she navigates the literary world and local politics to uncover the killer.

• The Thursday Murder Club

  A Novel

  Osman, Richard

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  Four elderly friends in a retirement village form a club to solve cold cases. Their amateur sleuthing leads them into a real murder investigation, testing their wits and camaraderie.

• What Lies in the Woods

  a Novel

  Marshall, Kate Alice

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  A woman returns to her hometown to confront a traumatic event from her past involving a missing girl case. As she digs deeper, she uncovers shocking truths about the case and her own past.

• Killers of a Certain Age

  a Novel

  Raybourn, Deanna

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  Four retired female assassins face danger when they are targeted by their former employers. They use their skills and experience to navigate a high-stakes game of survival.

• Good Bad Girl

  Feeney, Alice,

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  A young woman, who survived a traumatic event, must confront her past and deal with the repercussions as she becomes entangled in a dangerous game of manipulation and deceit.

• The Golden Couple

  A Novel

  Hendricks, Greer; Pekkanen, Sarah

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  A therapist and her client get involved in a complex and risky game when the client’s seemingly perfect marriage starts unraveling, leading to deep secrets and dark revelations.