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Sarah Pinborough

    28. březen 1972

    Sarah Pinborough is a bestselling author known for her thrilling narratives that delve into complex psychological landscapes. Her work often explores the darker aspects of human nature and relationships, keeping readers on the edge of their seats with unexpected twists and suspenseful plotting. She masterfully blends genres, crafting compelling stories that resonate across different reader demographics. Her distinctive voice and ability to build intense atmosphere make her a standout in contemporary fiction.

    Sarah Pinborough
    We Live Here Now
    The London Stone
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    Ať zemře
    Tiché lži
    Ví o tobě
    • Ví o tobě

      • 304 stránek
      • 11 hodin čtení

      LOUISE opustil manžel kvůli jiné, a tak se jediným mužem v jejím životě stal její syn. Proto Louise pracuje na poloviční úvazek, aby je uživila a zároveň mohli být spolu. Všechno se však změní, když se objeví DAVID, mladý, úspěšný a natolik okouzlující, že Louise nemůže uvěřit, že by o ni muž jako on nejenže mohl zavadit pohledem, ale že ho dokonce snad i přitahuje. To se ovšem dost zkomplikuje v okamžiku, kdy potká jeho ženu ADELE, překrásnou, elegantní a roztomilou bytost, z níž se rychle stane Louisina nová přítelkyně. Oba aktéři dokonalého páru Louise naprosto uchvátí a každý z nich ji po svém vtahuje do spletité sítě jejich manželství, v němž má Louise zatím netušenou zásadní roli. A najednou, ve chvíli, kdy je oba trochu víc poznává, zahlédne trhliny. Je David opravdu tím mužem, za něhož ho měla? A je Adele opravdu tak křehká a zranitelná, jak působí? Jaká strašlivá tajemství oba skrývají a jak daleko zajdou, aby je uchránili?

      Ví o tobě
      3,8
    • Tiché lži

      • 320 stránek
      • 12 hodin čtení

      Sliby trvají jen tak dlouho, dokud věříte tomu, kdo je dal… Autorka bestselleru Ví o tobě přichází s napínavým psychologickým thrillerem o třech ženách, jejich tajemstvích a nebezpečí, které je pronásleduje. Lisa, svobodná matka kolem čtyřicítky, se plně věnuje výchově své šestnáctileté dcery Avy. O mužích je opatrná a nikdy nemluví o své minulosti ani o nepřítomném otci Avy. Její nejlepší přítelkyně Marilyn by jí přála, aby se více otevřela a zkusila randit, zejména s novým klientem, který o ni má zájem. Ava, unavená z matčiny přehnané péče, touží po běžném životě teenagera, přátelích a vztahu. Lisa se však začíná cítit nesvá, když se objevují záhadné připomínky její minulosti, které ohrožují její pečlivě vybudovaný život. Aby ochránila sebe a dceru, musí čelit svému strachu, a to s pomocí Marilyn, jediné osoby, které může důvěřovat. Jejich vzájemná důvěra je klíčová pro záchranu Avy. Jenže Lisa kdysi porušila slib, který ji nyní dohání. Její zrada nebyla nikdy zapomenuta a teď musí čelit následkům svých činů.

      Tiché lži
      3,6
    • Ať zemře

      • 392 stránek
      • 14 hodin čtení

      Být ta druhá může být vražedné. Říká se „jednou záletník, vždycky záletník“. Marcie Maddoxová tvrdě pracovala, aby se dostala tam, kde je teď. Po aféře, která proběhla před několika lety, vede úplně jiný život, ale její nový svět – svět venkovských klubů, jacht a okázalých domů v Savannah v Georgii – není jednoduché udržovat bez ohledu na to, jak moc se snaží. Stejně tak jako není snadné udržet si manžela Jasona, který jí k tomu všemu otevřel dveře. Když se Jasonův šéf vrátí z návštěvy Londýna s novou manželkou, mladá paní Radfordová není vyloženě suvenýr, který si ostatní představovali. Keisha je sexy, neskutečně nádherná a černoška… a rychle převezme Marciino místo krásné druhé manželky. A ve chvíli, kdy Marcie zahlédne nezaměnitelné jiskření mezi Keishou a Jasonem, je načase začít jednat. Pomsta se prý nejlépe podává zastudena, ale během rozpáleného léta se v Savannah krev vaří tak, že by snadno mohla někoho smrtelně spálit. Thriller o prohnané druhé manželce, která pro své postavení udělá takřka cokoliv. Pro čtenáře Sedmilhářek od Lianne Moriarty a fanoušky Lisy Jewell. Sarah Pinborough ve své novince opět dokazuje, že je mistryní svého řemesla, tak hlavně #neprozraďteKonec.

      Ať zemře
      3,3
    • Ať zemře

      Být ta druhá může být vražedné

      • 269 stránek
      • 10 hodin čtení

      Manželství s Jasonem katapultovalo Marcie, jeho druhou ženu, do světa jižanských elit. Světa starých peněz, starých vazeb a starých tajemství. Světa, který se otřese, když do něj vstoupí další druhá manželka, mladší a žádoucnější. Někdy stačí jediný krok špatným směrem, aby všechny jistoty vzaly za své. Od autorky bestsellerů Ví o tobě a Tiché lži.

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    • The London Stone

      • 352 stránek
      • 13 hodin čtení

      An impossible quest, a battle against the greatest odds . . . and three friends who will fight, and maybe die, together . . .

      The London Stone
      4,0
    • We Live Here Now

      • 318 stránek
      • 12 hodin čtení

      The brand-new pulse-pounding, mind-blowing thriller from No.1 New York Times and Sunday Times bestseller Sarah Pinborough[Bokinfo].

      We Live Here Now
      4,1
    • The Traitor's Gate

      • 336 stránek
      • 12 hodin čtení

      A rich, compelling high-action yarn: as the Dark King rises, four teenagers face betrayal and test their friendships to the limit!

      The Traitor's Gate
      3,5
    • His dead brother has set DI Cass Jones a task from beyond the grave: to find his baby, Cass' nephew, stolen at birth ...

      The Shadow of the Soul
      4,1
    • A Matter Of Blood

      • 448 stránek
      • 16 hodin čtení

      On the hunt for a serial killer, vengeful DI Cass Jones uncovers a dark supernatural conspiracy.

      A Matter Of Blood
      4,1
    • The Double-Edged Sword

      • 334 stránek
      • 12 hodin čtení

      Fin finds himself at the heart of an ancient prophecy when the Knights of Nowhere kidnap the Storyholder, threatening his world - and all the worlds woven into place by the Stories...

      The Double-Edged Sword
      3,5
    • Dr Thomas Bond, Police Surgeon, is still recovering from Jack the Ripper's depredations when he haunted the streets of London - and a more malign enemy hid in his shadow. Bond and the others who worked on the gruesome case are still stalked by its legacies, both psychological and tangible. But now the bodies of children are being pulled from the Thames... and Bond is about to become inextricably linked with an uncanny, undying enemy.

      Murder
      3,8
    • Dead to Her LP

      • 546 stránek
      • 20 hodin čtení

      The author, known for their gripping storytelling, presents a suspenseful narrative that delves into complex relationships and psychological twists. Following a gripping plot filled with unexpected revelations, the story explores themes of trust, betrayal, and the hidden facets of human nature. With a captivating blend of mystery and emotional depth, it keeps readers guessing until the very end, making it a compelling read for fans of psychological thrillers.

      Dead to Her LP
      3,9
    • The Chosen Seed

      • 384 stránek
      • 14 hodin čtení

      The pitch-black supernatural thriller comes to its thrilling conclusion.

      The Chosen Seed
      3,6
    • A Necessary End

      • 174 stránek
      • 7 hodin čtení

      LIFE CAME OUT OF AFRICA... But now it's death's turn. A deadly autoimmune reaction, triggered by the bite of swarming African flies, spreads like a plague, leaving billions dead and civilization in ruins. Governments collapse, and those who remain live in fear of the death carried by the skies. The origins of the flies are debated—some see them as a mutation, others as a man-made horror. As hope dwindles, many interpret the plague as divine retribution, recalling past deluges sent by God. The afflicted, in their final moments, speak of visions of God coming for them. Yet, a small group, calling themselves mungus, claims immunity and preaches acceptance of the plague, urging others to embrace the bites as a path to the afterlife. Nigel, an investigative reporter, navigates the apocalyptic landscape of plague-ravaged England, searching for Bandora, a kidnapped African boy. His quest for redemption and truth leads him to the enigmatic head mungu, a man unafraid of the flies. The narrative explores themes of apocalypse, love, and the fragile bonds that sustain both marriages and civilizations. Ultimately, it delves into the nature of truth—how we seek it, confront it, and the personal truths we must face.

      A Necessary End
      3,5
    • Blood

      • 320 stránek
      • 12 hodin čtení

      Set in a magical realm, this collection weaves together five enchanting fairytales across nine diverse kingdoms, all revolving around a singular prince. Each tale explores themes of bravery, love, and the quest for identity, as the prince encounters various challenges and characters that shape his journey. Richly imaginative and filled with adventure, these stories invite readers to experience the wonder and complexity of a world where magic and reality intertwine.

      Blood
      3,0
    • A gripping psychological thriller from the author of Behind Her Eyes, now a major Netflix series. After being dead for 13 minutes, I find myself in icy water, uncertain how I got there. I know it wasn't an accident, and I wasn't suicidal. As a teenage girl, distinguishing friends from enemies can be challenging. My friends love me, or so I believe, but could they have tried to kill me? This story delves into manipulation, fear, and the truth, questioning our relationships and what we truly know about those closest to us. Readers rave about the captivating characters and the addictive narrative, describing it as a brilliantly constructed YA crime novel. The exploration of the complexities of modern adolescence—texting, social media, and the challenges of growing up—resonates deeply. The portrayal of toxic female friendships adds a dark, gritty layer, enhancing the suspense and creating an engaging experience with unreliable narrators. Many reviewers express feeling breathless after finishing, likening the experience to a thrilling roller coaster ride. This emotional and thrilling read offers more than just school drama, with deep, relatable characters that keep readers hooked.

      I Was Dead for 13 Minutes Now I Want to Know Why
      3,8
    • Insomnia

      • 352 stránek
      • 13 hodin čtení

      In the dead of night, madness lies... Emma can't sleep. CHECK THE WINDOWS It's been like this since her big 4-0 started getting closer. LOCK THE DOORS Her mother stopped sleeping just before her 40th birthday too. She went mad and did the unthinkable because of it. LOOK IN ON THE CHILDREN Is that what's happening to Emma? WHY CAN'T SHE SLEEP? Praise for Insomnia 'Creepy as all get out - a gaslighting masterclass' Ian Rankin 'A twisted, dark ride that keeps you gripped, unable to look away. Utterly addictive and highly recommended' Lucy Clarke, author of The Castaways 'Dark, tense and intense...don't start this at night - it's guaranteed to steal your sleep' Cara Hunter 'One crazy sleepless ride building up to a hideously tense climax. Sarah Pinborough is the queen of unsettling, twisty reads' Harriet Tyce, author of Blood Orange 'Absolutely brilliant, completely unputdownable and so satisfying - Pinborough just gets better and better' Jenny Colgan 'A whip smart page turning triumph' Jane Shemilt, author of Daughter 'Compelling and alarming with just a touch of the paranormal - very clever' Catherine Cooper, author of The Chalet 'An absolute must-read...The pages fly and the revelations deliver shock after shock' Joe Hill 'A genuine up all night, compellingly twisty thriller of a book' Araminta Hall, author of Perfect Strangers

      Insomnia
      3,8
    • Into the Silence

      • 256 stránek
      • 9 hodin čtení

      The body in the church hall is very definitely dead. It has been sliced open with surgical precision, its organs exposed, and its vocal cords are gone. It is as if they were never there or they've been dissolved...With the Welsh Amateur Operatic Contest getting under way, music is filling the churches and concert halls of Cardiff. The competition has attracted the finest Welsh talent to the city, but it has also drawn something else - there are stories of a metallic creature hiding in the shadows. Torchwood are on its tail, but it's moving too fast for them to track it down.This new threat requires a new tactic - so Ianto Jones is joining a male voice choir...

      Into the Silence
      3,7
    • House of Fear

      • 416 stránek
      • 15 hodin čtení

      Haunted house stories take center stage in this chilling collection curated by editor Oliver, featuring contributions from renowned horror authors like Joe R. Lansdale and Christopher Priest. Each tale delves into the eerie and unsettling aspects of domestic spaces, blending psychological terror with supernatural elements. This anthology promises original narratives that explore the darker side of home, making it a must-read for horror enthusiasts.

      House of Fear
      3,7
    • Beauty

      • 208 stránek
      • 8 hodin čtení

      An enticing contemporary retelling of the classic story of Sleeping Beauty. While the the handsome prince, the evil fairy, the beautiful girl and of course the spindle all appear, Sarah Pinborough’s charming and provocative spin on the story will captivate fans of the fairy tale all over again. The third of three brand-new retellings of classic fairy tales by Sarah Pinborough.

      Beauty
      3,6
    • Tales From the Kingdoms

      • 656 stránek
      • 23 hodin čtení

      'This is not your Disney fairy tale. It is much, much better' Wilder's Book Review Snow White, Cinderella and Sleeping Beauty - stories you love, and that we all think we know . . . . . . but what about the secrets hidden within them? Why would a prince fall in love with a woman in a coffin? Why would a queen try so hard to poison her step-daughter? And what is a fairy Godmother's real motivation? Turn the page, and discover these classic fairy stories, told the way they always should have been . . . This collection includes the award-winning novella BEAUTY, as well as the superb novellas POISON and CHARM. 'Brilliantly subverts the classic fairy tale' One Chapter More

      Tales From the Kingdoms
      3,6
    • But by the time they find the first body, Suzie Costello is long gone.Based on the hit science fiction series created by Russell T Davies, Long Time Dead is a prequel to Torchwood: Miracle Day, starring John Barrowman and Eve Myles as Jack Harkness and Gwen Cooper. It features Suzie Costello, as played by Indira Varma.

      Torchwood: Long Time Dead
      3,6
    • Mayhem

      • 352 stránek
      • 13 hodin čtení

      From the Number One bestselling author of Behind Her Eyes. Delve into a gaslit London, where Jack the Ripper is making headlines, but another, much more dangerous, madman is on the loose. When a rotting torso is discovered in the vault of New Scotland Yard, it doesn't take Dr Thomas Bond, Police Surgeon, long to realise that there is a second killer at work in the city where, only a few days before, Jack the Ripper brutally murdered two women in one night. This is the hand of a colder killer, one who lacks Jack's emotion. As more headless and limbless torsos find their way into the Thames Dr Bond becomes obsessed with finding the killer. As his investigations lead him into an unholy alliance, he starts to wonder Is it a man who has brought mayhem to the streets of London, or a monster? 'A compulsively readable story that starts as a conventional murder mystery and morphs, by degrees, into a horrifying supernatural thriller' Guardian.

      Mayhem
      3,6
    • Breeding Ground

      • 339 stránek
      • 12 hodin čtení

      Life was good for Matt and Chloe. They were in love and looking forward to their new baby. But what Chloe gave birth to isn't a baby. It isn't even human. It's an entirely new species that uses humans only for food and as hosts for their young.As Matt soon learns, though, he is not alone in his terror. Women all over town have begun to give birth to these hideous creatures, spidery nightmares that live to kill and feed. As the infestation spreads and the countryside is reduced to a series of web-shrouded ghost towns, will the survivors find a way to fight back? Or is it only a matter of time before all of mankind is reduced to a Breeding Ground

      Breeding Ground
      3,6
    • The Death House

      • 288 stránek
      • 11 hodin čtení

      Lord of the Flies meets Never Let Me Go in this “moving and totally involving” (Stephen King) dystopian thriller from the internationally best-selling author of Behind Her Eyes Toby’s life was perfectly normal . . . until it was unraveled by something as simple as a blood test. Taken from his family, Toby now lives in the Death House; an out-of-time existence far from the modern world, where he, and the others who live there, are studied by Matron and her team of nurses. They’re looking for any sign of sickness. Any sign of their wards changing. Any sign that it’s time to take them to the sanatorium. No one returns from the sanatorium. Living in his memories of the past, Toby spends his days fighting his fear. But then a new arrival in the house shatters the fragile peace, and everything changes. Because everybody dies. It’s how you choose to live that counts.

      The Death House
      3,6
    • This re-telling of the Cinderella story takes all the much-loved elements of the classic fairytale (the handsome prince, the fairy godmother, the enchanted mouse, the beautiful girl and, of course, the iconic balls) and puts a modern spin on the characters, their motives and their desires.

      Charm
      3,6
    • Poison

      • 202 stránek
      • 8 hodin čtení

      POISON is a beautifully illustrated retelling of the Snow White story which takes all the elements of the classic fairytale that we love (the handsome prince, the jealous queen, the beautiful girl and, of course, the poisoning) and puts a modern spin on the characters, their motives and their desires. It's fun, contemporary, sexy, and perfect for fans of ONCE UPON A TIME, GRIMM, SNOW WHITE AND THE HUNTSMAN and more.

      Poison
      3,2
    • Das Leben kam einst aus Afrika, doch nun ist es der Tod. Eine afrikanische Fliegenart verbreitet sich wie eine Seuche, und Medizin sowie Forschung sind machtlos gegen die tödliche Reaktion unseres Immunsystems auf ihre Bisse. Milliarden sind bereits gestorben, und die Zivilisation bröckelt. Die Überlebenden leben in panischer Angst vor dem Tod aus der Luft. Einige glauben, die Fliegen seien eine Mutation, andere vermuten menschliches Versagen. Mit der schwindenden Hoffnung auf ein Gegenmittel wächst der Glaube an göttliche Strafe. Viele der Opfer berichten in ihren letzten Momenten von Visionen Gottes. Doch nicht alle müssen sterben; einige sind immun und nennen sich die Mungus. Sie predigen, die Plage als göttliches Zeichen zu akzeptieren und ermutigen die Menschen, sich von den "Fliegen des Herrn" beißen zu lassen, um im Jenseits vereint zu sein. Inmitten des apokalyptischen Chaos sucht Nigel, ein Enthüllungsjournalist, nach Bandora, einem entführten afrikanischen Jungen. Seine Suche nach Wahrheit und Erlösung führt ihn in die Nähe des Hohepriesters der Mungu, eines Mannes, der seine Prophezeiungen rätselhaft verpackt und keine Angst vor den tödlichen Fliegen hat.

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