A dead Internet millionaire reflects on the mistakes he made in life as his family copes with loss in tale of regret and redemption. When Internet millionaire Harry Melville dies in a car crash, the lives of his wife, Sarah, and twin brother, Ben, are thrown into turmoil. Harry seemed to have it all; a close-knit family and a happy marriage. Yet as he recalls his past from the afterlife, the truth emerges. There were unspoken and bitter jealousies between the brothers and his unhappy wife was burdened by loneliness and guilt. When Ben takes over the running of Harry’s charity foundation, he begins to find purpose for the first time in years. But a new arrival brings a series of revelations that expose Harry’s complex and dual personality. As he learns his part in the suffering of those he left behind, is it too late for Harry to make amends? A tale of regret and redemption, From the Outside looks at the rivalries that can destroy relationships and the lost opportunity for happiness when ego reigns over emotion. Praise for From the Outside “Original, intoxicating and oozing intrigue, this is a mesmerising twister of a story that sucks you in from the very first page.” —Shari Low, author of The Story of Our Secrets “I can’t recommend From the Outside enough! So full of heart and warmth, as well as intrigue and twists.” —Alice Hinds, Sunday Post “A gripping read from another brilliant Scottish author.” —Judy Murray “Clare Johnston brings us a beautifully-written tale of brotherly ties, family fractures, and finding peace with those we leave behind.” —Leslie Tall Manning, author of Maggie’s Dream
Power, ambition, and love collide in this story of a high-profile couple tested by scandal: “Addictive . . . a smart, razor-sharp novel.” —Daily Record Richard Williams has risen in the ranks of British politics and is a stone’s throw from becoming prime minister. But his wife’s latest scandal puts everything he’s worked for in jeopardy—and his adviser is putting pressure on him to cut her loose. Anna Lloyd, a famous actress, may have embarrassed her husband one too many times, but she sees an opportunity to come clean about her past—including a secret more shocking than any already revealed in the media. The only problem is she might lose her marriage and her beloved sister in the process. Marie Simpson is a tabloid reporter who’s been tasked with taking Richard and Anna down. Her work will set in motion a personal and political drama that fascinates the public. But will her doubts about destroying lives interfere with the ultimate scoop?
Our 65th issue features original stories, by Tammy Euliano (courtesy of Acquiring Editor Michael Bracken) and Phyllis Ann Karr (continuing her Bart Maverel weird western series). Plus we have “The Victorian Frock Coat,” by Clare Empson (thanks to Barb Goffman), and a great lineup of classics and modern mysteries and science fiction. Good stuff! Here’s this issue’s lineup: Mystery / Suspense: “The Intern,” by Tammy Euliano “Time After Time,” by Hal Charles “The Victorian Frock Coat,” by Clare Empson “The Mystery of the Private Dining Room,” by Johnston McCulley Black Nick, the Hermit of the Hills, by Frederick Whittaker Science Fiction / Fantasy: “Waiting for Old Smoky,” by Phyllis Ann Karr “Clutch of Morpheus,” by Larry Sternig “Remember Me, Kama!” by Walter Kubilius “Nothing,” by Donald A. Wollheim Forgotten World, by Edmond Hamilton
When internet millionaire and philanthropist Harry Melville dies in a car crash at the age of forty four, the lives of his wife, Sarah, and twin brother, Ben, are thrown into turmoil. Harry seemed to have it all; a close-knit family and a happy marriage - along with all the trappings of wealth. Yet as he recalls his past from the afterlife, a story emerges of the unspoken and bitter jealousies between brothers and of an unhappy wife burdened by loneliness and guilt. When Ben takes over the running of Harry's charity foundation he begins to find purpose for the first time in years. But the arrival of a talented young artist brings a series of revelations that expose Harry's complex and dual personality in full. As he learns his part in the suffering of those he left behind, is it too late for Harry to make amends? A tale of regret and redemption in this world and the next. From the Outside looks at the futile rivalries that can destroy sibling relationships and the lost opportunity for happiness when ego is allowed to reign over emotion.
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