The Marriage, K.L. Slater [best pdf ebook reader for android TXT] 📗

children alone, with the help of his devoted mother Judi. Life isn’t easy, but Judi’s family means everything to her and together, they manage.

Then Ben meets Amber. Everyone thinks this is a perfect match for Ben but Judi isn’t sure … there’s just something about Amber that doesn’t add up.

Ben can’t see why his mother dislikes his new girlfriend. And Amber doesn’t want Judi anywhere near her new family. Amber just wants Ben and the children. 

The further Judi delves into Amber’s personal life, the closer she gets to shocking secrets that could change everything. And Judi must make a decision that could lead to the most disastrous consequences.

Liar is a compelling psychological thriller with a breathtaking twist that will keep you awake until the early hours. Perfect for fans of Behind Closed Doors, The Girl Before and The Sister.

What readers are saying about K.L. Slater:

‘Brilliant… very clever.’ B. A. Paris, author of Behind Closed Doors

‘I want to take it and scream from the rooftops. I want to make everyone I know read a copy. I want to knock on doors and leave this book in mailboxes. If you can’t tell, I LOVED Blink by K.L. Slater. Enthralling, fast-paced and dark … I read this one into the night, I left the book open on my bed so I could try and absorb more as I slept. If you want a hair-raising thriller, then look no further. Blink is a must-read. 5 stars.’ Clues and Reviews, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Safe With Me

Thirteen years ago someone did something very bad to Anna. Now it’s her turn to get even …

Anna lives a solitary existence, taking solace in order and routine. Her only friend is the lonely old lady next door. She doesn’t like to let people to get too close – she knows how much damage they can do.

Then one ordinary day Anna witnesses a devastating road accident and recognises the driver as Carla, the woman who ruined her life all those years ago. Now it’s Anna’s chance to set things straight but her revenge needs to be executed carefully …

First she needs to get to know Liam, the man injured in the accident. She needs to follow the police investigation. She needs to watch Carla from the shadows…

But as Anna’s obsession with Carla escalates, her own secrets start to unravel. Is Carla really dangerous or does Anna need to worry about someone far closer to home?

A compelling, gripping psychological thriller, perfect for fans of The Girl on the Train and The Sister.

What everyone’s saying about SAFE WITH ME:

‘Holy Hell what a jaw dropper!… Just need a moment to lift my jaw back off the floor, what a fantastic debut!’ Chelle’s Book Reviews

‘A very clever psychological thriller that plays with your mind and makes you feel like you’ve stepped off the waltzers at the fairground!’ By the Letter Books

Acknowledgements

Every day I sit at my desk and write stories, but I’m lucky enough to be surrounded by a whole team of talented and supportive people.

Huge thanks to my editor at Bookouture, Lydia Vassar-Smith, for her wonderful insight and editorial support. We start the process of a new story together, pooling ideas and thrashing out plots, and it’s one of my favourite stages in the process!

Thanks to ALL the Bookouture team for everything they do, which is so much more than I can document here. But special thanks to editorial manager Alexandra Holmes and to Kim Nash, Sarah Hardy and Noelle Holten, who are all a pleasure to work with.

Thanks as always to my wonderful literary agent, Camilla Bolton, who is always there with expert advice and unwavering support at the end of a text, an email or a phone call. Thanks also to Camilla’s assistant, Jade Kavanagh, for all her work on my behalf. And thank you to the rest of the hard-working team at Darley Anderson Literary, TV and Film Agency, especially Mary Darby, Kristina Egan, Georgia Fuller and Rosanna Bellingham.

Big thanks to the copy editor, Jane Selley, and proofreader, Becca Allen, for their eagle eyes and focused attention to help to polish up the book.

Thanks as always to my writing buddy, Angela Marsons, who has been a brilliant support and inspiration to me for many years now. Our careers have grown and flourished together from the early days when we’d keep each other’s spirits up on the long road to becoming published authors, both of us dealing with disappointments and rejections along the way.

Massive thanks as always go to my husband, Mac, for his love, support and patience. For understanding when I’m at the mercy of deadlines, for not complaining if our plans have to suddenly change to accommodate my schedule. To my family, especially my wonderful daughter, Francesca, and Mama, who are always there to support and encourage me in my writing and have believed in me from the very beginning of my writing journey.

Special thanks to Henry Steadman, who has worked so hard to pull another amazing cover out of the bag.

Thank you to the bloggers and reviewers who do so much to support authors, and to everyone who has taken the time to post a positive review online or has taken part in my blog tour. It is always noticed and much appreciated.

Last but not least, thank you SO much to my wonderful readers. I love receiving all your wonderful comments and messages and I am truly grateful for the support of each and every one of you.

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