Lisa Ballantyne comenzó su carrera de escritura seria mientras vivía y trabajaba en China durante muchos años. Su novela debutó con un éxito crítico y comercial significativo, estableciéndola como una voz convincente en la ficción contemporánea. El trabajo de Ballantyne a menudo profundiza en las complejidades de la naturaleza humana, explorando temas de culpa, redención y las ambigüedades morales que dan forma a nuestras vidas. Su prosa es conocida por su profundidad psicológica y su suspenso hábilmente elaborado.
A suspenseful, gritty and emotionally charged journey of an estranged father and daughter, exploring the strength of family ties and our capacity for forgiveness, from the international bestselling author of The Guilty One. Previously published as Redemption Road
The story revolves around the tragic death of an eight-year-old boy in a playground, with the investigation focusing on his eleven-year-old neighbor as the prime suspect. London solicitor Daniel Hunter, known for taking on challenging cases, steps in to defend the accused. As he navigates the complexities of the case, themes of innocence, justice, and the impact of societal perceptions unfold, highlighting the struggles of a young boy caught in a harrowing situation.
Richard and Judy and international bestselling author of The Guilty One returns with a nail-biting ride of 'he said/she said' between a teacher and his pupil. For fans of Anatomy of a Scandal and TVs Cheat and The Victim.
The new tense and emotional moral thriller from the Richard and Judy and international bestselling author of The Guilty One.
He was a child who was accused of murder. Who did he become when he grew up? A gripping, thought-provoking thriller from the internationally bestselling author of Everything She Forgot. Innocent? Ten years have passed, but everyone remembers The Angel Killer. Sebastian Croll was just eleven years old when accused of murdering his playmate. Criminal attorney Daniel Hunter helped prove Sebastian's innocence in a trial that gripped the nation—and now the past is being unearthed when he gets a call from his old client. Or guilty? Sebastian's university professor has been brutally murdered—and everyone who knew her is in the frame of suspicion. As Daniel steps in to represent Sebastian for a second time, news about the boy's past spreads like wildfire, instantly branding Sebastian as guilty. With tensions around the country rising, can Daniel prove once again that Sebastian is the innocent one? Especially when he realizes that it's not just Sebastian who is in danger, but himself . . .
London solicitor Daniel Hunter finds his life changed when he meets an eleven-year-old boy accused of murdering an eight-year-old boy--a case that forces him to confront his own childhood and unearths memories he'd long buried.
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From Richard-&-Judy bestselling author of The Guilty One
The story unfolds with a gripping narrative that delves into themes of guilt, redemption, and the complexities of human relationships. The protagonist faces a moral dilemma that challenges their perceptions of right and wrong, leading to unexpected consequences. Rich character development and a suspenseful plot keep readers engaged as secrets unravel and tensions rise. This novel promises to captivate those who appreciate intricate storytelling and emotional depth.
Margaret zůstane po nehodě uvězněná v autě, to může co nevidět vybuchnout. Na poslední chvíli ji z vraku vytáhne neznámý muž. Margaret se najednou upamatuje na útržky ze svého dětství a dojde jí, proč si v životě připadala tak ztracená. Konečně chce zjistit, kdo vlastně je, a zároveň přijít na to, kdo je onen muž, který jí zachránil život. George neviděl svou dceru Moll od jejího narození. Teď si k ní chce najít cestu. Namlouvá si, že kdyby se setkali, jistě by mu padla kolem krku. Přitom si uvědomuje, že pokud si opravdu chce získat její srdce, musí si počínat velmi opatrně. Ale když idylické shledání otce s dcerou selže, George a Moll se dostanou do situace, která všechno změní. Oběma a navždy.
