Standalone Psychological Thrillers
BEHIND THE LIES
1998 - On the morning of her boyfriend’s birthday, Katie Reed left their apartment and never returned… One thing is certain. It will change the lives of everyone around her.
2022 - Tom Beatty is first in line to help his sister when she needs a transplant, but he’s left reeling by his blood results. As he searches for answers, he learns of a young woman who disappeared decades ago, and to uncover the truth, he must find her. But someone wants to keep the past hidden, and delving into it is a dangerous game. One that could be perilous for those closest to him. Can Tom find out what is behind the lies before it’s too late?
You don't want to miss this captivating debut psychological thriller!
Perfect for fans of Claire Douglas, Miranda Rijks and Daniel Hurst.
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Behind the Lies is also available as an audiobook. You can find it at most retailers. If you listen on Audible, go through the Amazon link.
Reviews for Behind the Lies
Goodreads
"Original plot, great characters, good twist. What a brilliant first novel. More please!"
Audible
"Really couldn’t put this audiobook down! Fantastic story, very well written with twists & turns right from the start. Excellent characters, Kept me guessing right till the end that I didn’t see coming. Highly recommended!"
Goodreads
"Behind the Lies delivers a gripping psychological thriller where trust is fragile, truths are buried deep, and every revelation cuts closer to home."
ONE FINAL BREATH
Fancy a thriller novella of under 150 pages?
Then, this one is for you. It may be shorter, but it still has Carol's signature; 'who can you trust storyline.'
This quick read gives a suspense-filled experience that will leave you suspecting everyone!
Everybody loves Alice. Or do they?
When a threatening letter arrives, Alice needs the support of her loved ones. But do they all have her best interests at heart? Or does someone wish her harm?
One is possessive.
One is Jealous.
One is obsessive.
One is watching her.
But who wants her dead?
This quick read gives a suspense-filled experience that will leave you suspecting everyone!
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Reviews for One Final Breath
Goodreads
"Loved this thriller. It was a fun read with intrigue and lots of suspense! Amazing!"
Amazon
"Fast paced with lots of different points of view to consider from each character, kept you guessing and was an enjoyable short story with a clever twist at the end."
Goodreads
"The intricate plot builds tension with every page, leading to a shocking twist that you won’t see coming."
OUT OF THE DARK
Maddie’s life is far from perfect... but it’s about to get considerably worse.
An emotional thriller that will draw you into grief, suspicion, and a fractured family.
Shouldn’t your family keep you safe?
Aren't they meant to give you the courage to step out of the darkness, into the light?
Maddie’s simmering resentment against the world seems determined to keep her down, and dealing with a mother who can’t hide her distaste for her firstborn certainly doesn’t help. She's even struggling to forgive her younger sister for being her mother’s favourite child; the apple of her mother’s eye.
When her father, the only person she can rely on, is killed in a hit-and-run, her all-consuming grief will not be silenced. She will stop at nothing to prove his death wasn't an accident, and to track down whoever was to blame…
But when more deaths occur, Maddie struggles to convince the police that she isn’t the culprit. Will she be able to explain why death seems to follow her wherever she goes?
Perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell, AJ Campbell and Andrea Mara.
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Reviews for Out of the Dark
Goodreads
"Every revelation made me gasp and I couldn’t put this book down! Yet another amazing book from this author. Highly recommend!"
Amazon
"This delivers a fast paced and gripping story with unexpected twists, kept me reading and second guessing throughout."
Goodreads
"A dark, gripping, and emotionally charged psychological thriller that stayed with me long after I turned the final page."
A PRICE TO PAY
A single mistake seals Frank's fate, and redemption won't be easy…
In an attempt to settle his wife's financial mess, Frank becomes involved in what should have been a simple crime. But when the robbery goes disastrously wrong, he becomes indebted to the nefarious Morgan family, and now he’s trapped. They know what he did, and they won’t let him forget. Now they control him, and Frank will be forced to make a devastating choice.
He never thought he could kill. But what if it’s the only way to save his family?
The new thriller from the author of Behind the Lies, One Final Breath and Out of the Dark. Perfect for fans of Mark Edwards and Gillian McAllister.
RELEASE DATE: 26TH JUNE 2026
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