Shalini Boland Knihy

Když se Tessa vrátí domů, najde v kuchyni cizího chlapce, který tvrdí, že je její syn. Když to nahlásí, policie má podezření, že ho unesla. Motivem by mohl být fakt, že kdysi porodila dvojčata, která už jsou po smrti. Tessa všechny přesvědčuje o tom, že je nevinná, ale nikdo jí nevěří. I její manžel, s nímž už nežije, si myslí, že je blázen. Navíc ji pronásleduje záhadná žena. Tessa se rozhodne jednat na vlastní pěst a zjišťuje šokující pravdu nejen o neznámém chlapci, ale i o sobě.

Manželé Amber a Renzo mají krásný dům v Itálii, jejich byznys jen kvete a se dvěma dětmi vypadá jejich život naprosto dokonale. Beth s Niallem bydlí v Anglii – Niall je úspěšným autorem a Beth, která toužila po vlastní restauraci, zůstala doma, aby se starala o syny. Když Niall objeví na internetu nádhernou vilu ve slunném Maiori, navrhne, aby se zúčastnili „výměny domů“ s jiným párem. Přestože jejich dům v Anglii není zdaleka tak úchvatný, Amber s Renzem s výměnou souhlasí. Beth se těší na dovolenou u moře a čas strávený s rodinou. Pak ale najde v Ambeřině šatníku manželovu fotku a nato jí zavolá sousedka, že se jí na Amber něco nezdá. Kým je ve skutečnosti žena, kterou si pustila do života? A může Beth vůbec věřit svému muži?

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?

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.

"'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

"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.

"An ... psychological thriller with a ... twist"--Page 1 of cover./ "Kirstie Rawlings is jolted awake by a child crying. Racing upstairs to check on her newborn, she is plunged into every parents' worst nightmare. She hears an unknown voice in the baby monitor, saying: 'Let's take the child - and go.' Is someone trying to steal her little girl? In the bedroom, her daughter is safe asleep in her cot. Is the voice coming from a nearby house? But there aren't any other children living on her quiet country road ... The police don't believe her. And neither does her husband. Kirstie knows something isn't right. She thought she could trust her neighbours, now she isn't sure. As she unravels the secrets of the people living on her street, Kirstie's perfect life begins to fall apart. Because someone is hiding a terrible lie. And they will do anything to stop Kirstie uncovering the truth. But is the danger closer to home than she thinks?"--Page 4 of cover

The story centers around a parent's worst nightmare: the disappearance of their daughter. As the search unfolds, suspicion falls on those closest to them, unraveling hidden secrets and testing relationships. The narrative delves into themes of trust, betrayal, and the lengths one will go to find a loved one, creating a gripping atmosphere filled with tension and emotional turmoil.

Exploring the complexities of relationships, this gripping tale revolves around two marriages intertwined by deception and secrets. As three seemingly innocuous lies unravel, tensions rise, leading to a suspenseful climax where someone's life hangs in the balance. The narrative delves into themes of trust, betrayal, and the consequences of hidden truths, keeping readers on the edge of their seats as they uncover the dark connections that bind the characters together.