Alex Marwood Libros

Apologies for the general email, but I desperately need your help. My goddaughter, Coco Jackson, disappeared from her family's holiday home in Bournemouth on the night of Sunday/Monday August 29/30th, the bank holiday weekend just gone. Coco is three years old. When identical twin Coco goes missing during a family celebration, there is a media frenzy. Her parents are rich and influential, as are the friends they were with at their holiday home by the sea. But what really happened to Coco? Over two intense weekends - the first when Coco goes missing and the second twelve years later at the funeral of her father - the darkest of secrets will gradually be revealed... Taut, emotive and utterly compelling, an unputdownable 'ripped from the headlines' novel that you will want to talk about with everyone you know.

Shocking, tense and sharply written, The Poison Garden is the gripping new novel from the international bestseller and Edgar award-winning Alex Marwood.

In 1986, two eleven-year-old girls meet and, by day's end, are charged with murder. Twenty-five years later, journalist Kirsty Lindsay investigates a series of attacks on young female tourists in a seaside town, leading her to interview funfair cleaner Amber Gordon. This marks their first encounter since that tragic day in childhood. With new lives and families to protect, can they keep their dark secret hidden? This gripping psychological thriller, perfect for fans of contemporary crime fiction, delivers a fast-paced narrative that builds to a shocking conclusion. Praise for the author highlights her status as a leading voice in crime writing, with accolades from notable figures in the genre. Readers are drawn into a tale that intertwines past and present, exploring themes of guilt, secrecy, and the haunting consequences of a single moment in time. The tension escalates as the characters grapple with their shared history while navigating their current lives. The story promises to keep readers on the edge of their seats, making it a must-read for anyone who enjoys suspenseful and thought-provoking narratives. Don't miss the latest work from this acclaimed author, whose previous novels have captivated audiences and critics alike.

A shocking and gripping ripped-from-the-headlines thriller about extreme wealth, lost girls and dark secrets

This thrilling novel by Alex Marwood features a compelling narrative filled with suspense and unexpected twists. The story delves into complex characters and dark themes, exploring the depths of human nature and the consequences of choices. With a fast-paced plot that keeps readers on the edge of their seats, this book promises to deliver an exhilarating reading experience that captivates fans of the genre.

Elena Damiani ha una vita perfetta. Nata e cresciuta nel lusso, è indiscutibilmente bella: una condizione che le ha sempre aperto tutte le porte. Nessun uomo può resistere al suo fascino. All’età di ventisei anni è già al suo terzo matrimonio, quando capisce di avere incontrato la sua anima gemella. Eppure quello di cui si è appena innamorata è l’unico uomo al mondo che non potrà mai avere, e né il suo fascino né i suoi soldi potranno cambiare le cose. Francesca Hackett sta vivendo la sua dolce vita romana: accompagna i turisti in giro per la Città Eterna e cerca di dimenticare i fantasmi del suo passato a Londra. Un giorno trova nella spazzatura una borsa: decisa a restituirla, scopre che la proprietaria è la famosa viscontessa Elena dei Damiani Pignatelli della Mirandola. Elena entra subito in sintonia con la giovane che le ha restituito la borsa rubata, contenente una lettera mai aperta, risalente a dodici anni prima. E Francesca si trova ben presto affascinata dai racconti di Elena, ricchi di storie sensazionali. Ma dietro quelle storie si nasconde un segreto sconvolgente…

Everyone who lives at 23 Beulah Grove has a secret. If they didn't, they wouldn't be renting rooms in a dodgy old building for cash--no credit check, no lease. It's the kind of place you end up when you you've run out of other options. The six residents mostly keep to themselves, but one unbearably hot summer night, a terrible accident pushes them into an uneasy alliance. What they don't know is that one of them is a killer. He's already chosen his next victim, and he'll do anything to protect his secret.