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Gillian McAllister

    Gillian McAllister
    Famous Last Words
    The Evidence Against You
    How to Disappear
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    • Stane se včera

      • 320 stránek
      • 12 hodin čtení

      Je možné zabránit vraždě, která se už stala? Je půlnoc, Svátek Všech svatých, a Jennie netrpělivě vyhlíží svého osmnáctiletého syna Todda, který měl být dávno doma. Když se však Todd konečně vynoří ze tmy, stane se Jennie svědkem něčeho hrůzného – z panoramatického okna vidí, jak její bezproblémový, intelektuálně založený vtipálek ubodá úplně neznámého muže. Jennie netuší, kdo je oběť, ani proč Todd spáchal tak strašlivý zločin. Ví jen, že její a Toddův život je v troskách. Todda zatkne policie a Jennie nad ránem vyčerpáním usne. A když se probudí je včera. K vraždě ještě nedošlo a ona si uvědomí, že jí může zabránit. Každé další ráno se pak vrací hlouběji a hlouběji do minulosti a postupně jí dochází, že pokud chce celou tu záhadu rozlousknout a syna zachránit, musí dojít až k nejhlubším kořenům Toddova zločinu.

      Stane se včera
      4,0
    • Ať řekneš cokoli

      • 344 stránek
      • 13 hodin čtení

      Joanna je šťastně vdaná, ale i po třicítce se stále tak trochu hledá, vyhýbá se zodpovědnosti a nerada se rozhoduje. Nepříjemné záležitosti odsouvá, nezaplacené účty schová pod postel – přesný opak jejího muže Reubena. Jednoho pátečního večera si vyrazí ven s kamarádkou. V baru je však začne obtěžovat jakýsi muž, a protože ho Joanna nedokáže rázně odmítnout, raději z podniku samy odejdou. Cestou domů však za sebou Joanna zaslechne kroky a je si téměř jistá, že je to onen muž z baru – navíc má stejné červené tenisky. A tak ho Joanna překvapí, v pudu sebezáchovy do něj strčí a on spadne z mokrých schodů… A pak to Joanně dojde – pod schody v liduprázdné uličce leží bezvládné tělo muže s tváří v kaluži vody a to, jak se ona sama teď zachová, změní její život. Zavolá pomoc a ponese následky? Uteče, protože to byla sebeobrana, a byla tak v právu? A je to vlastně ten muž, co ji obtěžoval?

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    • Všechno, jen ne pravda

      • 336 stránek
      • 12 hodin čtení

      Rachel se s Jackem znají jen pár měsíců a už spolu čekají dítě. Je to láska na první pohled – dokonalá, bez poskvrny. Jednou v noci se ovšem Rachel probudí a všimne si zářícího displeje iPadu. Jackovi přišel e-mail a Rachel neodolá a podívá se. Na druhý den Jack e-mail zapře, a pak už se nedá nic vzít zpátky… Rachle si začíná uvědomovat, že budoucího otce svého dítěte vlastně vůbec nezná a že před ní Jack něco tají. Každým dalším dnem její podezření i nervozita víc a víc narůstá a pomalu se mění v až posedlost. Ale i Rachel leccos ze své minulosti skrývá. Co se stane, až pravda o obou vyjde najevo?

      Všechno, jen ne pravda
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    • How to Disappear

      • 480 stránek
      • 17 hodin čtení

      "Lauren and her daughter, Zara, are missing. Her husband will stop at nothing to find them. He knows they're in danger. But the police know exactly where they are. They're just not saying. Zara spoke out against a terrible crime - and now the police have mother and daughter under protection. New names, new identities, far from those they love. And those who hunt them. Tired, broken and alone Lauren is determined to protect her daughter at all costs. But little does she know that Zara is hiding a secret that could change everything . . ."--Provided by publisher

      How to Disappear
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    • The Evidence Against You

      • 432 stránek
      • 16 hodin čtení

      THE GRIPPING NEW PSYCHOLOGICAL THRILLER FROM THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER 'Absolutely unputdownable' Erin Kelly, bestselling author of He Said/She Said __________ It's the day Izzy's father will be released from jail. She has every reason to feel conflicted - he's the man who gave her a childhood filled with happy memories. But he has also just served seventeen years for the murder of her mother. Now, Izzy's father sends her a letter. He wants to talk, to defend himself against each piece of evidence from his trial. But should she give him the benefit of the doubt? Or is her father guilty as charged, and luring her into a trap? __________ 'This sharp, super-readable thriller stands out thanks to its taut plot and characters you really care about' Sun 'Both grips and thrills. Her best yet!' Lucy Clarke 'Suspenseful and heartfelt, with a superb ending' Claire Douglas 'Haunting, compelling, and all too possibly true' Jane Corry 'Heart-pounding, emotionally enriching, thrilling' Holly Seddon 'The characters are as compelling and complex as the action. It's a brilliant psychological thriller' Amy Lloyd 'Flawless plotting and gripping from the first page to the last' Jill Mansell

      The Evidence Against You
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    • Famous Last Words

      • 416 stránek
      • 15 hodin čtení

      The latest novel from a bestselling author promises a tightly-plotted, twist-filled narrative that challenges readers with moral dilemmas. Renowned for her gripping storytelling, McAllister weaves a tale that is both thrilling and emotionally resonant, showcasing her ability to deliver unexpected reveals and intricate plots. Celebrated by various literary figures, the book is anticipated to captivate fans of the genre and solidify her status as a leading voice in contemporary thrillers.

      Famous Last Words
      3,7
    • Watch Her Fall

      • 416 stránek
      • 15 hodin čtení

      ***THE TIMES TOP TEN BESTSELLER*** 'A dazzling psychological thriller' - Sunday Times. 'Deliciously sinister and obsessive ... with one hell of a twist' - Observer. 'Twist follows twist, like The Red Shoes rewritten by Patricia Highsmith' - Mail on Sunday. 'It seems so effortless ... it's brilliant and you really do not guess what's coming' - Virgin Radio, Graham Norton. 'Expect deceit, duplicity and one hell of a twist!' - RED. 'Kelly's best yet ... Genius twists and turns' - Good Housekeeping. 'Erin Kelly is at the top of her game. A seriously clever, and humane, novel' - SARAH VAUGHAN. Ava has dedicated her life to achieving the pinnacle of success, but now that she’s there, she feels isolated and paranoid. Someone is watching her—a rival willing to do anything to take what she has, even if it means murder. Praise highlights include: 'Kelly's depiction of this claustrophobic and ambitious world is brutally convincing ...' - Daily Mail. 'Psychological crime is the specialty of Erin Kelly, and this is a prime example ...' - Barry Forshaw, Financial Times. 'A captivating hall of mirrors of a novel, where nothing and no one is as they seem' - Paula Hawkins. 'From the first page, I was wrapped up in Ava's all-consuming passion ...' - Adele Parks. 'Most ambitious and captivating book to date ... thrilling and unexpected' - Lisa Jewell. 'A cleverly plotted, beautifully written thriller; a mesmerising glimpse behind the curtain

      Watch Her Fall
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    • That Night

      • 464 stránek
      • 17 hodin čtení

      What would you do to protect your family? ANYTHING. During a family holiday in Italy, you get an urgent call from your sister. There's been an accident: she hit a man with her car and he's dead. She's overcome with terror - fearing years in a foreign jail away from her child. She asks for your help. It wasn't her fault, not really. She'd cover for you, so will you do the same for her? But when the police come calling, the lies start. And you each begin to doubt your trust in one another.

      That Night
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    • The Good Sister

      • 416 stránek
      • 15 hodin čtení

      The novel explores the intense relationship between two sisters, highlighting their deep connection as it faces a harrowing challenge. When one sister is accused of a grave crime, their bond is put to the ultimate test, forcing them to confront loyalty, trust, and the lengths they will go to protect each other. The story delves into themes of family, betrayal, and the complexities of love in the face of adversity.

      The Good Sister
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    • Bad Tourists

      • 336 stránek
      • 12 hodin čtení

      Three tight-knit friends embark on an extravagant divorce trip to the Maldives where they can unwind and celebrate a new chapter in midlife—until they realize the resort of their dreams is harboring a killer. Best friends Darcy, Camilla, and Kate escape for a post-divorce retreat in the Maldives, the perfect place to relax, reset, and embrace a fresh start in life. Darcy is learning how to be a free woman at forty-two. Camilla has found the perfect calling as a fitness and wellness influencer with a devoted following. And Kate is finally working on the book she was meant to write after years of telling other people’s stories. Their dream getaway? The exclusive and isolated Sapphire Island Resort. With luxurious private villas, crystal-clear waters, and sun-drenched white sand beaches, relaxation is guaranteed. But this is no ordinary friendship, and they’re not the only guests on the island with secrets. Who left the body on the beach—and who’s next? A propulsive and deliciously dark tale about female friendship, loyalty, and lies, Bad Tourists is a white-hot thriller from the first page to its mind-blowing finish.

      Bad Tourists
      3,6
    • 'Starts with an impossible, irresistible premise - a woman who vanishes into thin air - and takes the reader on a thrilling journey of blind alleys and audacious twists. This is McAllister at the height of her powers' Erin KellyPRE-ORDER THE HEART-STOPPING NEW NOVEL FROM SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOROLIVIA:22 years old.No history of running away.Last seen on CCTV, entering a dead-end alley.And not coming back out again.Missing for one day and counting . . .Julia is the detective heading up the case.She knows what to expect. A desperate family, a ticking clock, and long hours away from her daughter.But Julia has no idea how close to home it's going to get.Because her family's safety depends on one thing: Julia must NOT find out what happened to Olivia - and must frame somebody else for her murder . . .What would you do?PRAISE FOR GILLIAN MCALLISTER'Perfection, every word, every moment. One of the best books I've ever read' LISA JEWELL'Ingenious. A book to blow your mind and break your heart' ERIN KELLY'Brilliantly plotted, perfectly paced . . . Genius. Simply genius' ADELE PARKS'I am totally in awe. This is one story I will not forget' HEIDI PERKS'Genre-bending and totally original. A tour de force!' CLAIRE DOUGLAS'This is bravura novel-writing' IAN RANKIN'Extraordinary' HARRIET TYCE

      Just Another Missing Person: The gripping new thriller from the Sunday Times bestselling author
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    • Ďalšia nezvestná

      • 352 stránek
      • 13 hodin čtení

      Jeho zbraňou nie je pištoľ ani nôž, ale jej najtemnejšie tajomstvo. Nie každý, kto je nezvestný, by mal byť nájdený. Lebo ak ho nájdu, všetko je stratené. Dvadsaťdvaročná Olivia zmizla bez stopy. Naposledy ju zachytili pouličné kamery, ako vchádza do slepej uličky, odkiaľ sa už nevrátila. Detektívka Julia Dayová našla počas dvadsaťročnej praxe takmer každého nezvestného. Má bohaté skúsenosti so zúfalými rodinami zmiznutých, uvedomuje si neúprosne plynúci čas po ich zmiznutí a navyše ju práca oberá o chvíle s dcérou a manželom. Jej povolanie si vyberá svoju daň, no to ešte netuší, ako veľmi sa jej života dotkne najnovší prípad Olivie. Únosca má totiž niečo, s čím nepočítala. Nie je to zbraň, je to tajomstvo. Jej najtemnejšie tajomstvo. Bezpečnosť Juliinej rodiny závisí od jedinej veci: nesmie zistiť, čo sa stalo s Oliviou – a navyše musí z jej vraždy obviniť niekoho iného. Pokiaľ by Oliviu predsa len našla, prišla by o všetko. Tento brilantný triler s nečakanými zvratmi od autorky bestsellera V nesprávnom čase na nesprávnom mieste prináša hlbokú úvahu o rodine, materstve a rozhodnutiach na hranici medzi správnou a nesprávnou voľbou.

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