No-one remembers your past. But you do. 'Antonia, Antonia. My name is Antonia.' It's been her name for many years. But sometimes, like tonight, she forgets. Antonia has a secret. A secret so dark and so deep that she can barely admit it to herself. Instead, she treats herself to Friday night sessions of self-harm while her husband David is at the pub, and her best friend Sophie is drinking too much wine a few doors down. Nobody close to her knows the truth about what the teenage Antonia saw all those years ago. No-one, that is, except her mother. But Candy is in a care home now, her mind too addled to remember the truth. Antonia is safe. Isn't she? The lies start small. They always do. But when the tightly woven story you've told yourself begins to unravel, the truth threatens to come to the surface. And then what's going to happen?
Families and friendships, secrets and lies, twists and turns and a shocker of an ending - I didn't see that coming! Loved it' JACKIE KABLER 'I enjoyed this classy and twisty thriller. A great read, don't miss it!' B.A. PARIS 'The definition of a trust no one, shifting sands novel with beautifully drawn characters and breath-taking reveals. Perfect domestic-noir crime. I bloody loved it!' HELEN FIELDS 'Tautly plotted, this is a breathlessly thrilling ride from a writer at the top of her game' LISA BALLANTYNE 'A beguiling tale with brooding undercurrents that unsettled and entertained me in equal measure. Engrossing and addictive' MARION TODD 'Another amazing book from Caroline England; so intriguing and beautifully written. A sheer pleasure to read' AMANDA ROBSON 'A cleverly woven plot leading to an incredible twist you won't see coming!' JEN FAULKNER 'Caroline England draws the fragile characters so finely, I didn't want to turn the pages lest I damaged them even more!' HELEEN KIST A new dark, twisty psychological suspense by bestselling author Caroline England, author of Betray Her and My Husband's Lies. ........................ When no one is what they seem, who can you trust? Katy Henry is lost and lonely. A single mother, plagued by fatigue and anxiety, she rarely has time for friends. But when she encounters Sibeal Matthews, all this changes. Sibeal is everything that Katy is not: assured, headstrong and charming. Katy soon finds herself pulled out of her isolation into a fierce friendship. But Sibeal is not all that she seems. Tragedy haunts her, and for all her feistiness, she is startlingly dependent on her brother, Gabriel. And when her life begins to spectacularly unravel, Katy is swept up in the storm. As Katy fights to protect herself and her son, it's not just Sibeal who threatens to endanger them - Katy's own past starts to rupture. Who can Katy trust? Can she even trust herself? ........................ Praise for Caroline England: 'In the very top tier of psychological thrillers' M W CRAVEN 'The duchess of dark domestic noir strikes again' HELEN FIELDS 'Powerful . . . psychological menace and dramatic plot twists' DAILY MAIL 'A twist that I didn't see coming!' T. M. LOGAN 'Kept me gripped' B. A. PARIS 'Incredibly twisty . . . deliciously satisfying' CLAIRE ALLAN 'A taut, tantalising thriller' SHERYL BROWNE 'Truly terrific!' MARTINA COLE
Stunning . . . dark undercurrents and sinister twists' AMANDA ROBSON 'Truth Games is in the very top tier of psychological thrillers' M W CRAVEN 'The duchess of dark domestic noir strikes again' HELEN FIELDS 'Powerful . . . psychological menace and dramatic plot twists' DAILY MAIL Caroline England keeps her readers GRIPPED! 'Genius plot twists! Truly addictive!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review 'Just read it, it's a cracker' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review 'Suspenseful, surprising and engrossing' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review 'If you like a good read with a heart pounding twist, this is for you' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review .......................... She tries hard to be the perfect mother, the perfect partner, the perfect daughter - but Ellie never seems to get it right. When an old friend from university re-enters her life, dark memories from Ellie's past begin to resurface. As Ellie starts to unravel some shocking and sinister realities, she realises that she must choose between keeping the family she loves - and facing the truth. From the Top Ten ebook bestselling author, this twisty psychological thriller will have you hooked from the first page to the last jaw-dropping twist. .......................... Praise for Caroline England: 'A twist that I didn't see coming!' T. M. LOGAN 'Kept me gripped' B. A. PARIS 'Incredibly twisty . . . deliciously satisfying' CLAIRE ALLAN 'A taut, tantalising thriller' SHERYL BROWNE 'Truly terrific!' MARTINA COLE 'A truly absorbing read! Fabulous characters and a plot filled with secrets just waiting to be uncovered. And that final twist . . . wow! Domestic Noir at its best' SAM CARRINGTON '[Caroline England] has been called "The Duchess of Domestic Noir" and this tale shows why. Moodily gripping!' Peterborough Telegraph
On the afternoon of Nick and Lisa's wedding, their close friend is found poised on a hotel window ledge, ready to jump. As the shock hits their friendship group, they soon realise that none of them are being as honest with themselves - or with each other - as they think. And there are secrets lurking that could destroy everything."--Provided by publisher.
A twist that I didn't see coming!' T. M. LOGAN 'Kept me gripped' B. A. PARIS 'Incredibly twisty . . . deliciously satisfying' CLAIRE ALLAN 'A taut, tantalising thriller' SHERYL BROWNE 'Truly terrific!' MARTINA COLE _______________ Best friends forever. That's the pact you made. You'd do anything for her. And you have. She's always had it all. If you could take it for yourself . . . would you? _______________ Lust, secrets and revenge are at the heart of this irresistibly twisted thriller. Perfect for fans of Lies Lies Lies by Adele Parks and She by H C Warner. What readers are saying about Betray Her: 'Wow! This kept me gripped right up until the last page!!' NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars 'Utterly fantastic. Sooo gripping and addictive' NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars 'Was blown away . . . what a book' NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars 'A very good twist that I was not expecting. Really had me hooked' NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars 'Wow . . . Completely gripping, you wont be able to put it down!' NetGalley reviewer 'Grabbed my attention and didn't let go till the shocking twist at the end' NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars 'I flew through this one and the ending had me shaken! Wonderful book!' NetGalley reviewer 'I absolutely thought that this was a fabulous read' NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars 'A great twist that I absolutely didn't see coming' NetGalley reviewer 'I was on the edge of my seat from the first page right up until the breathtaking finale' NetGalley reviewer 'A real page turner' NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars 'I was gripped from the very first page' NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars
Powerful . . . psychological menace and dramatic plot twists' Daily Mail 'A riveting tale full of intrigue . . . Caroline England at her best and given the standard of her work that is really saying something' AMANDA ROBSON Caroline England keeps her readers GRIPPED! 'A brilliant read. I love this author. My favourite book yet' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review 'An exceptional read throughout with a highly satisfying ending! ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review 'Brilliant, dark and compelling novel ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review 'A corker of a read. It's so cleverly plotted and crafted' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review ............................ EVERY SAINT HAS A PAST To the unsuspecting eye Dee Stephens has a perfect life as the vicar's wife: a devoted marriage to her charismatic husband Reverend Vincent, an adoring congregation and a beautiful daughter. EVERY SINNER HAS A FUTURE But beneath the surface, Dee is suffocating. Vincent is in control, and he knows her every sin. Desperate, Dee escapes into a heady affair with Cal, an old schoolmate. EVERY CONFESSION HAS A PRICE But is Cal the saviour she thinks he is? What dark secrets does he harbour? And to what lengths will Vincent go to when he uncovers the truth? From the Top Ten ebook bestselling author, Caroline England's newest thriller will have you hooked from the first page to the last jaw-dropping twist. ............................ 'Absolutely amazing. Full of twists and turns I didn't see coming and a true study in character perception. A definite 5 stars from me' ANGELA MARSONS 'Addictive and gripping' LISA HALL 'Chock full of mystery . . . A great read!' C.J. COOPER 'An incredibly twisty thriller, with lots of secrets, lies and menace' KAREN KING ''The perfect domestic noir' ALICE HUNTER 'A well-written, perfectly plotted psychological thriller!' DIANE JEFFREY 'This domestic noir is one of the best I've read in a long time' LOUISE BEECH 'Stunning . . . dark undercurrents and sinister twists' AMANDA ROBSON 'In the very top tier of psychological thrillers' M W CRAVEN 'Powerful . . . psychological menace and dramatic plot twists' DAILY MAIL 'A twist that I didn't see coming!' T. M. LOGAN 'Kept me gripped' B. A. PARIS 'Incredibly twisty . . . deliciously satisfying' CLAIRE ALLAN 'A taut, tantalising thriller' SHERYL BROWNE 'Truly terrific!' MARTINA COLE
Previously published as Beneath the Skin ‘I was gripped immediately’ KATERINA DIAMOND, author of THE TEACHER ‘I didn't want this book to end.’ ELISABETH CARPENTER, author of 99 RED BALLOONS Three women. Three secrets.
‘I was gripped immediately’ KATERINA DIAMOND, author of THE TEACHER ‘Terrific characterisation, great writing and twists to leave you dizzy.’ TERESA DRISCOLL, author of I AM WATCHING YOU Do you really know your friends?
Take a journey down winding lanes and Roman roads in this witty and informative guide to the meanings behind the names of England's towns and villages. From Celtic farmers to Norman conquerors, right up to the Industrial Revolution, deciphering our place names reveals how generations of our ancestors lived, worked, travelled and worshipped, and how their influence has shaped our landscape. From the most ancient sacred sites to towns that take their names from stories of giants and knights, learn how Roman garrisons became our great cities, and discover how a meeting of the roads could become a thriving market town. Region by region, Caroline Taggart uncovers hidden meanings to reveal a patchwork of tall tales and ancient legends that collectively tells the story of how we made England.
Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Whether exploring your own backyard or somewhere new, discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's New England Fall Foliage Road Trips. Featuring four amazing road trips, plus up-to-date advice on the destinations you'll visit along the way, you can cruise Lake Champlain on a schooner, pack a picnic in the Berkshires, or take a Vermont farm tour, all with your trusted travel companion. Jump in the car, turn up the tunes, and hit the road! Inside Lonely Planet's New England Fall Foliage Road Trips: Lavish color and gorgeous photography throughout Itineraries and planning advice to pick the right tailored routes for your needs and interests Get around easily - easy-to-read, full-color route maps, detailed directions Insider tips to get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road - local driving rules, parking, toll roads Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Useful features - including Stretch Your Legs, Detours, Link Your Trip Covers Connecticut, Berkshires, Boston, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, White Mountains, Portland, Interior Maine, and more eBook Features: (Best viewed on tablet devices and smartphones) Downloadable PDF and offline maps prevent roaming and data charges Effortlessly navigate and jump between maps and reviews Add notes to personalise your guidebook experience Seamlessly flip between pages Bookmarks and speedy search capabilities get you to key pages in a flash Embedded links to recommendations' websites Zoom-in maps and images Inbuilt dictionary for quick referencing The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's New England Fall Foliage Road Trips is perfect for exploring New England fall foliage in the classic American way - by road trip! Planning a New England Fall Foliage trip sans a car? Lonely Planet's New England guide, our most comprehensive guide to New England, is perfect for exploring both top sights and lesser-known gems, or check out Best of USA, a photo-rich guide to the destination's most popular attractions. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world’s number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveler since 1973. Over the past four decades, we’ve printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travelers. You’ll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, video, 14 languages, nine international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more. Important Notice: The digital edition of this book may not contain all of the images found in the physical edition.
At the intersections of early modern literature and history, Shakespeare and Women's Studies, Midwiving Subjects explores how Shakespearean drama and contemporary medical, religious and popular texts figured the midwife as a central producer of the body's cultural markers. In addition to attending most Englishwomen's births and testifying to their in extremis confessions about paternity, the midwife allegedly controlled the size of one's tongue and genitals at birth and was obligated to perform virginity exams, impotence tests and emergency baptisms. The signs of purity and masculinity, paternity and salvation were inherently open to interpretation, yet early modern culture authorized midwives to generate and announce them. Midwiving Subjects, then, challenges recent studies that read the midwife as a woman whose power was limited to a marginal and unruly birthroom community and instead uncovers the midwife's foundational role, not only in the rituals of reproduction, but in the process of cultural production itself. As a result of recent changes in managed healthcare and of increased attention to uncovering histories of women's experiences, midwives - past and present - are currently a subject of great interest. This book will appeal to readers interested in Shakespeare as well as the history of women and medicine.
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Menagerie is the story of the panoply of exotic animals that were brought into Britain from time immemorial until the foundation of the London Zoo -- a tale replete with the extravagant, the eccentric, and -- on occasion -- the downright bizarre. From Henry III's elephant at the Tower, to George IV's love affair with Britain's first giraffe and Lady Castlereagh's recalcitrant ostriches, Caroline Grigson's tour through the centuries amounts to the first detailed history of exotic animals in Britain. On the way we encounter a host of fascinating and outlandish creatures, including the first peacocks and popinjays, Thomas More's monkey, James I's cassowaries in St James's Park, and Lord Clive's zebra -- which refused to mate with a donkey, until the donkey was painted with stripes. But this is not just the story of the animals themselves. It also the story of all those who came into contact with them: the people who owned them, the merchants who bought and sold them, the seamen who carried them to our shores, the naturalists who wrote about them, the artists who painted them, the itinerant showmen who worked with them, the collectors who collected them. And last but not least, it is about all those who simply came to see and wonder at them, from kings, queens, and nobles to ordinary men, women, and children, often impelled by no more than simple curiosity and a craving for novelty.
Between 1600 and 1800 around 4,000 Catholic women left England for a life of exile in the convents of France, Flanders, Portugal and America. These closed communities offered religious contemplation and safety, but also provided an environment of concentrated female intellectualism. The nuns’ writings from this time form a unique resource.
When war broke out in 1914 conscription seemed unnecessary; there was no shortage of volunteers ready to lay down their lives for their country. In this fascinating book, illustrated with contemporary drawings and photographs, Caroline Dakers explores exactly what their 'country' meant to the men and women who fought, died, survived. She suggests that, with a little subliminal help from literature, art and propaganda, the British volunteer, whether factory worker, farm hand or public school boy, felt that he was fighting for old England - village, church, meadow and carthorse, rather than city, factory, commerce and motor car. Drawing on a wide range of unpublished papers and family archives, Dr Dakers recreates the world of the countryside at war. There are chapters on agriculture (literally 'the home front'), and life and death in the manor house, vicarage, school and farm. And while all this was being fought for, The French countryside was smashed into a quagmire. This is the most complete picture yet of the impact of the First World War on rural England; a war which, if only in the ubiquitous village war memorials, still reverberates across the decades.
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