Buried in Silence — the gripping new novel by Deborah Stone
If you were framed for the murder of your own client, how could you ever get justice for them? When IT consultant Calvin Cross dies suddenly on a flight into Heathrow, Ember Lockhart, a former Scotland Yard detective turned private eye, is asked to investigate. Within days of taking the case, Ember is followed, threatened and warned to walk away. Her curiosity piqued, she digs deeper, with reluctant assistance from ex-colleague (and former lover) Leo Campbell. She uncovers a far-reaching conspiracy of political blackmail, corporate espionage and a plot to destabilise the UK government. But before she can act, Calvin's wife is murdered and Ember is framed for the crime. Arrested and fighting for her life, the closer Ember comes to the truth, the more dangerous the case becomes.
Coming SoonWhat if the people you love the most are the ones hiding the darkest secrets? When Diana returns home one fateful evening, her life is shattered when she finds her husband, Patrick, dead. But the circumstances of his mysterious death only raise more questions than answers. Miles away, Angie's world is also falling apart. Her husband, Ray, has vanished without a trace, leaving her to grapple with his strange disappearance and the turmoil of raising their troubled teenage son alone. As both women dig into the secrets their husbands have left behind, they uncover a chilling web of lies and long-buried truths. What begins as two separate searches quickly collides, unravelling a sinister chain of events that neither woman could have imagined. With each revelation, the stakes rise, leading to a shocking truth that threatens to destroy everything they hold dear. Nowhere Man is a gripping psychological thriller packed with jaw-dropping twists and turns that will keep you turning the pages late into the night. Perfect for fans of Gillian Flynn, Shari Lapena, and Ruth Ware, this electrifying novel will leave you questioning who you can really trust. A Secrets and Lies Thriller — Book 1
Buy and Read Now on AmazonWhat happens when the perfect neighbours aren't as perfect as they seem after all? Amanda and her husband, Bill, are trapped in the monotony of their semi-detached life — a dull cycle of boredom and unspoken disappointment. That is, until Terry and Fiona move in next door. Glamorous, successful, and madly in love, the new neighbours appear to have it all. Despite their stark differences, the two couples strike up an unlikely friendship and, as their lives become more intertwined, Amanda and Bill begin to believe that Terry and Fiona might just hold the key to breaking free from their dreary existence. But behind the dazzling smiles and picture-perfect facade, dangerous secrets simmer. As jealousy, betrayal, and hidden truths come to light, the bonds between the two couples unravel with devastating consequences. When lives collide and facades crumble, how far will each of them go to protect their secrets? Semi-Detached is a gripping psychological drama that will keep you hooked until its shocking, unforgettable conclusion. From Deborah Stone, bestselling author of Nowhere Man, Me and My Shadow and What's Left Unsaid, this is the must-read novel for fans of domestic thrillers like The Couple Next Door and The Girl on the Train. Perfect lives never stay perfect for long... A Secrets and Lies Thriller — Book 2
Buy and Read Now on AmazonHow far would you go for love, acceptance, and happiness?
Rachel's life has been a relentless storm of shame, rejection, and betrayal, fueled by the very people who were supposed to love her most: her family. Haunted by a lifetime of disappointment, she wakes up each day feeling as though her world is just beyond her control, slipping ever further from her grasp. All Rachel has ever wanted is to be seen, to be loved, to be simply enough. But as betrayal after betrayal mounts, the line between truth and lies begins to blur. How do you move forward when your past clings to you so tightly? And when pushed to the edge, how far will someone go to find the happiness they deserve? Raw, gripping, and emotionally charged, Me and My Shadow takes readers deep into Rachel's struggle to confront the shadows of her past and fight for a future that may finally bring her peace. A Secrets and Lies Thriller — Book 3
Buy it nowHow long can you bury your secrets and lies?
Sasha is just about managing to hold her life together. She is raising her teenage son Zac, coping with an absent husband and caring for her ageing, temperamental and alcoholic mother, as well as holding down her own job. But when Zac begins to suspect that he has a secret sibling, Sasha realises that she must relive the events of a devastating night which she has done her best to forget for the past nineteen years. Sasha's mother, Annie, is old and finds it difficult to distinguish between past and present and between truth and lies. As Annie sinks deeper back into her past, she revisits the key events in her life which have shaped her emotionally. Through it all, she remains convinced that her dead husband Joe is watching and waiting for her. But there's one thing she never told him, and as painful as it is for her to admit the truth, Annie is determined to go to Joe with a guilt-free conscience. As the plot unfurls, traumas are revealed and lies uncovered, revealing long-buried secrets which are at the root of Annie and Sasha's fractious relationship. A Secrets and Lies Thriller — Book 4
Buy on AmazonNo one wants to think about getting older.
It's true. At any age, when things are moving along normally day to day and everyone seems fit and well, there seems no reason to think about future problems that your friends and relatives might (and probably will) come across as they age. In fact, it might even seem a little morbid to think such thoughts, or possibly even tempting fate? Yet there will come a time when you must raise these issues and, ideally, this should be before any problems arise. The Essential Family Guide to Caring for Older People is the ultimate source of information and help for families with care responsibilities. Deborah Stone draws on her extensive experience working in elder care to offer practical advice on every aspect of the field in-depth. Topics range from how to get help immediately, legal information, care funding options, a guide to useful technology and advice on the main physical and mental health issues that affect older people. Plus guidance is given on dealing with social services and ensuring you choose the right care for your situations. Crucially, the book also offers help on how to cope as a carer with practical advice on juggling family, work and your caring responsibilities while looking after yourself.
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