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'The Blue Hour' is a psychological thriller that keeps you in suspense.

Paula Hawkins' new novel immerses the reader in the mysterious atmosphere of the isolated Scottish island of Eris, where the tides divide the world into 'before' and 'after' twice a day. The main character, Grace Gaswell, is the last inhabitant of the island and the heiress of the famous artist Vanessa Chapman, whose mysterious history hides dark secrets.

Everything changes when a guest from London unexpectedly intervenes in her life, which becomes the beginning of a journey into the depths of memory, pain, and betrayal.

Paula Hawkins is a British master of psychological thrillers, whose books have been translated into dozens of languages and adapted for the big screen, winning the affection of audiences around the world.

This novel is an ideal choice for those who appreciate tense and emotionally deep stories

The novel 'I Carry Everything I Have with Me' will transport the reader to the tense atmosphere of November 1975. Little Miranda Larkin returns from school and discovers that her mother, Jane Larkin, has disappeared without a trace. Everything is in its place near the house - a wallet, personal belongings, no signs of a struggle or break-in. The main suspect becomes Miranda's father, lawyer Dan Larkin. However, there is no evidence against him, and the investigation is at a standstill.

Eighteen years have passed - 1993. The remains of Jane Larkin are found, giving new impetus to the investigation

A few years ago, detective fiction aficionado Malcolm Kershaw compiled a list of the genre's most puzzling crimes - those that are nearly impossible to solve.

He called it the 'Eight Perfect Murders'. But the biggest surprise came to Mel, now the owner of the Old Devils bookstore in Boston, when an FBI agent showed up on his doorstep one snowy day.

She's investigating a series of unsolved murders that bear eerily similar resemblances to the crimes on the old list. And it seems she's not the only one interested in the bookseller who spends his evenings alone with a book in his hands.

It seems that a killer is also following Mel - one who knows a dangerous amount about him, even the darkest secrets hidden from everyone. To save himself, Mel begins to look for suspects himself... and sees a killer in everyone. Suddenly, new victims appear - and the noose around the bookseller's neck tightens so tightly that it may be too late to escape

The book 'The Way Home' is a psychological thriller by German writer Sebastian Fitzek. Jules Tannberg works as an operator of a volunteer telephone hotline, providing assistance to those who are afraid to go home alone. On a Saturday evening, the hero receives a call from a frightened woman, Clara. She is convinced that she has become a victim of stalking by the infamous Calendar Killer. On the wall of Clara's bedroom, a thief has left the date of her death - and time is running out too quickly.

The countdown to the inevitable begins. Clara has only a few hours... Then the rapid pace of the narrative unfolds in dense tension, immersing readers in a bizarre atmosphere

'She Started It' is a tense psychological thriller from Shian Gilbert that proves that the past never goes away. An island paradise, cocktails, and sunshine are just the setting for a dangerous game where everyone has something to hide.

Annabelle, Esther, Tanya and Chloe are childhood friends. Their friendship seems strong until they receive a lavish invitation from their old friend Poppy Greer to a bachelorette party on a private island in the Bahamas.

The promised vacation quickly turns into a disturbing trap. The island is cut off from civilization, communication with the outside world is minimal, and Poppy has her own plan. And this plan is not about celebrating.

When night falls, it becomes obvious that each of them has brought their own secret here. Old resentments, school memories, and unspoken guilts surface. And they will have to answer for everything

Death at White Hart is a wonderful literary debut from Chris Chibnall, the famous screenwriter of the series Broadchurch and Doctor Who. The author transfers his skills to the world of prose, creating an intelligent detective story with deep psychological undertones, the atmosphere of provincial England and characters with whom it is impossible not to empathize.

The events take place in the remote village of Flitcombe, where everyone knows each other - or at least thinks they do. After many years of police service, Detective Nicola Bridge returns to her native land, hoping for a quiet life. But within a few days her world is shattered by terrible news: the body of its owner, Jim Tiernan, is found on the road near the White Hart pub.

The investigation uncovers a web of old resentments, hidden relationships, and lies that have poisoned the village for decades. The skinner has a motive, but the truth turns out to be much more terrifying than it seems

'Ms. Tan's Women's Circle' by Lisa Xi is a historical novel inspired by the real-life story of Tan Yunxian, a 16th-century female doctor who managed to break established traditions and leave behind a medical legacy.

The events unfold in China during the Ming Dynasty - a world of strict rules, where a woman's life was defined by tradition, family duty, and silent obedience.

Ms. Tan has been prepared for the role of wife since childhood:
- she is taught proper behavior;
- she undergoes the painful procedure of bandaging her legs;
- studies the art of farming.

But along with this, another calling emerges - medicine. Observing women's suffering, she begins to study the medical profession, striving to help those who have no voice. Later, Tan Yunxian becomes a well-known doctor and the author of a medical book dedicated to women's health

An emotional contemporary novel about a woman struggling to put herself back together after the sudden loss of her husband. Hollis Shaw, a famous food blogger, decides to organize a 'five-star getaway' weekend and invite friends from different stages of her life, hoping to regain a sense of stability and support.

However, the plan quickly spirals out of control. The meeting of women bound by a shared past turns into an emotional clash of characters, old resentments, and unspoken truths. Gradually, the perfect picture crumbles, revealing complex relationships, hidden conflicts, and painful memories that have long remained unspoken.

'Five-Star Weekend' is a story about how even the most painful conversations can be the beginning of recovery and a new stage in life

The book 'Love Again' is a romantic drama by contemporary American writer Lauren Asher. After breaking off her engagement, the personal and professional life of media personality and creative interior designer Dalia Muñoz went awry. Now the girl returns to her hometown purely for work: in Lake Wisteria she will try to restore her creative enthusiasm and certainly not look for new romantic adventures. The heroine has been disappointed in love, but will businessman Julian Lopez, a childhood rival and her bitter enemy for the last ten years, be able to restore the girl's faith in love? The two plan to restore an old estate together, not even realizing how their joint work on the project will end

'Don't Let Her Stay' is a tense psychological thriller about the danger that lives nearby.

'Don't Let Her Stay' by Nicole Sanders is a disturbing and gripping novel that proves that the greatest threat can lurk in one's own home. A story that keeps you in suspense from the first pages and makes you doubt every character.

Joan and Richard live a quiet family life, raising a young daughter. But everything changes when Chloe, Richard's daughter from his first marriage, appears on the doorstep. She seems friendly, caring, and sincerely wants to restore her relationship with her father. But as soon as Richard leaves the house, Joan is a completely different person.

Chloe begins a dangerous game, gradually destroying Joan's confidence in her own adequacy. Manipulation, hidden threats and psychological pressure turn the woman's life into a nightmare. But the worst thing is that no one believes her.

Nicola Sanders masterfully creates an atmosphere of paranoia, where every gesture has a double meaning and the truth constantly slips away. This is a thriller that keeps the reader in suspense until the very end