A gripping thriller perfect for fans of Gillian Flynn, S.J. Watson, B A Paris and Sophie Hannah'Fans of Lynda La Plante’s Jane Tennison will be pleased'Publishers WeeklyWhen the mutilated body of a police officer is found in a derelict factory, the Hamptonshire police force is shocked to the core.DCI Helen Lavery returns from injury leave and is immediately plunged into an investigation like no other. Is this a random attack or is someone targeting the force? Organised crime groups or a lone killer?As the net draws in, Helen finds the truth lies closer than she could have imagined, and trusts no one.But Helen is facing a twisted killer who will stop at nothing to ensure their secrets remain hidden. And time is running out...REVIEWS'The novel will appeal to every crime reader who enjoys clever plotting and brilliant procedural detail' Kate Rhodes'An atmospheric and reassuringly authentic police investigation that tears along at a rip-roaring pace' A.J. Waines'This was a gripping page-turner of a read – I finished it in one sitting!' LJ Ross'Such a smart, classy and satisfying read. Isaac really is the queen of the police procedural... Isaac patiently drip-feeds the story – her biggest talent – and the pay-off is that you really care, so the twist is doubly shocking. Loved it' Louise Beech'Perfectly plotted police procedural that engages the reader from the discovery of the first body through a fast-paced investigation dogged by leaks, to a dramatic and terrifying conclusion. Jane Isaac at her best' Anne Coates'Jane Isaac weaves a tense story where you don't know who to trust or believe and you can't help but keep turning the pages. She is a master of the procedural and a go-to writer if you want your story twisted' Rebecca Bradley'An intriguing and deeply authentic mystery paired with a solid police procedural, A Deathly Silence tells a tragic yet utterly compelling story. Expertly plotted and filled with realistic, well-drawn characters, this is an excellent addition to the DI Helen Lavery series' SJI Holliday'Everything else was put on hold; I was reading at breakneck speed. A first-rate, fast-paced and utterly compelling police procedural – highly recommended' Clare Chase‘A clever, mind-twisting police procedural, with a cast of well-thought out characters, and a depth that will appeal to mystery addicts' Daisy White'A gripping read. Tense, pacy and authentic – you won't want to put it down!' Roz Watkins'The brilliant DI Lavery is back to solve a chilling murder. Isaac unravels the shocking, dark mystery with skill and an excellent eye for detail' Caroline England'From its chilling opening pages, A Deathly Silence is a gripping and superior police procedural. You might end up reading this one in a day. I can't wait to see what she bring us next' Howard LinskeyBOOKS BY JANE ISAACDCI Helen LaveryBook 1: An Unfamiliar MurderBook 2: The Truth Will OutBook 3: A Deathly SilenceDI Will JackmanBook 1: Before It's Too LateBook 2: Beneath the AshesBook 3: The Lies Within

When a series of women's bodies is discovered in the heart of rural Hamptonshire with a pentagram carved on their chests, DCI Helen Lavery is forced into a cat-and-mouse chase with a murderer who ultimately turns the tables and targets her. Meanwhile, she is shocked to discover that her younger son's new best friend is the nephew of organised crime boss Chilli Franks - the man who has held a grudge against Helen's family since her father first put him away in the 1990s. As her personal and professional lives collide, Helen finds herself in mortal danger as she races to track down the serial killer and restore safety to the streets of Hampton. 'Gripping' Clare Chase 'Ingenious' Merilyn Davies 'Kept me guessing until the end' Joy Kluver 'A real adrenaline rush' Kate Rhodes 'Compelling' Sarah Ward 'Unforgettable' Louise Beech

'Tense and cop-savvy.' Phil Rickman 'If you like Agatha Christie, Patricia Cornwall and Gillian Flynn, you'll love The Truth Will Out.' Mari Ellis Dunning A gripping thriller perfect for fans of Gillian Flynn, S.J. Watson, B A Paris and Sophie Hannah

Arriving home from a routine day at work, Anna Cottrell has no idea that her life is about to change forever. But discovering the stabbed body of a stranger in her flat, then becoming prime suspect in a murder inquiry is only the beginning. Her persistent claims of innocence start to crumble when new evidence links her irrevocably with the victim...Leading her first murder investigation, DCI Helen Lavery unravels a trail of deception, family secrets and betrayal. When people close to the Cottrell family start to disappear, Lavery is forced into a race against time. Can she catch the killer before he executes his ultimate victim?Nominated as best mystery in the 'eFestival of Words Best of the Independent eBook awards 2013'

'Jane Isaac writes with real confidence and attention to detail... enjoyable and authentic' Mari Hannah Latest crime thriller from best-selling author of The Truth Will Out, Jane Isaac. A gripping thriller perfect for fans of Gillian Flynn, S.J. Watson, B A Paris and Sophie Hannah

The Essential Cult TV Reader is a collection of insightful essays that examine television shows that amass engaged, active fan bases by employing an imaginative approach to programming. Once defined by limited viewership, cult TV has developed its own identity, with some shows gaining large, mainstream audiences. By exploring the defining characteristics of cult TV, The Essential Cult TV Reader traces the development of this once obscure form and explains how cult TV achieved its current status as legitimate television. The essays explore a wide range of cult programs, from early shows such as Star Trek, The Avengers, Dark Shadows, and The Twilight Zone to popular contemporary shows such as Lost, Dexter, and 24, addressing the cultural context that allowed the development of the phenomenon. The contributors investigate the obligations of cult series to their fans, the relationship of camp and cult, the effects of DVD releases and the Internet, and the globalization of cult TV. The Essential Cult TV Reader answers many of the questions surrounding the form while revealing emerging debates on its future.

Even the littlest lies can have the biggest consequences... On the night of her mother’s wake, only one thing brings Ruby comfort; the knowledge that her mother’s killer is safely behind bars. But guilt is eating away at fragile younger sister Sophie, who brought their mother’s killer into their lives. This is why Ruby is glad that Sophie is with her supportive boyfriend Ewan, despite Ruby’s doubts about him. He’s been Sophie’s rock, not only taking care of her, but her little kids, too. So what if he doesn’t like talking about his past? But when news of another woman’s murder spreads through their town like wildfire, Ruby is shocked to find herself with reason to suspect Ewan of the crime. And with one good lie driving a wedge between the sisters, it’s hard for Ruby to get Sophie to see what she sees. Ewan is keeping dangerous secrets. But he’s not the only person close to home who has something shocking to hide... A gripping and unputdownable thriller that will keep you reading into the early hours of the morning. Read what everyone is saying about One Good Lie: ‘Oh my GOODNESS!! I absolutely loved this... It got to the point where I was suspecting every single character in the book... The ending was twisty, thrilling, scary and, best of all, satisfying. Truly a wonderful psychological thriller that kept me captivated throughout!’ Shalini Boland, author of The Secret Mother, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I can honestly say that this is psychological fiction at its best. Cleverly written and packed full of chilling suspense... With lots of delicious twists and clashes of personality that could set the pages on fire, One Good Lie ticks all the boxes for me. A hugely satisfying read and one I would highly recommend.’ Sheryl Browne, author of My Husband’s Girlfriend, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A clever, creepy and compulsive psychological thriller’ Diane Jeffrey, author of The Silent Friend, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Jane Isaac never lets us down; this is fast-paced storytelling at its best. One Good Lie is a chilling, unputdownable read, packed with menace and suspense... Highly recommended!’ Linda Huber, author of Baby Dear, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘One Good Lie had me on the edge of my seat! Every time I thought I had the plot figured out the carpet was pulled from under my feet! Twisty and full of surprises. Highly recommended! 5/5.’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘An exciting psychological thriller that will appeal to fans of Ruth Ware, Greer Hendricks, and Sarah Pekkanen... Excellently-written, well-plotted... I sped through this book and finished it in a day... If you're a fan of the thriller genre, you won't regret checking out this book’ Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘5 Stars! Highly recommend. It was hard to put this book down. It was a fast-paced story full of suspense. I was hooked from the first chapter... I absolutely loved this story of two sisters.’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I was invested straight away; it was fast-paced and I couldn't put it down.’ NetGalley Reviewer,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Book drought over! Hooked from page one, didn't stop reading until silly o'clock, had a few hours’ sleep, walked the dog then dived back in to finish.’ Goodreads Reviewer ‘Absolutely kept me on the edge of my seat. I couldn’t wait to find out what happened. The ending didn’t disappoint. I highly recommend this one.’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This is a brilliant read... The characters are likeable, even the villainous ones, and it just shows you can never really trust anyone who you think you know.’ Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Kim felt sickness sweep over her as she watched little Grace dust off her dirty hands. Blonde curls tumbled around her face. Then, Grace disappeared into the crowd. Kim wanted to pause the recording, run outside and grab her to stop what was about to happen. One August afternoon, eight-year-old Grace Lennard skips into the garden of the childcare centre she attends and vanishes into thin air. Rushing to the scene of Grace’s disappearance, Detective Kim Stone finds a chilling piece of evidence: the engraved heart bracelet belonging to Melody Jones – the little girl who was taken from a playground exactly twenty-five years ago. Hours before, Steven Harte had walked into Halesowen police station and confessed to having information that would lead Kim to Melody. And he told Kim she’d have a more urgent problem to deal with first. Now Kim must play Steven’s twisted game if she’s to find Grace alive. With only twenty-four hours to make every second of Steven’s interrogation count, and scan his behaviour for hidden clues, Kim and her team soon link Steven to the abduction of several vulnerable girls – two were kept for a year and then released, unharmed – but where are Melody and the others? Then small bones are discovered in the grounds of a local park, and Kim fears the worst. Kim may think she’s close to convicting a killer, but the case has got even more complex. A chilling figure from Kim’s past is about to reveal a shocking secret that will hit her where it hurts the most. Can Kim put aside her own demons, save Grace and the other missing girls before more innocent lives are lost? An edge-of-your-seat thriller that will leave your heart in your mouth. You will be totally hooked on the utterly addictive, number one, multi-million-copy bestselling Detective Kim Stone series. Read what everyone is saying about Stolen Ones: ‘OMG what a page turner. Heartbreaking, chilling and utterly compulsive… Hooked from the first to the last page, constantly holding my breath… another explosive addition to this gripping and very addictive series.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘OMFG… Nail biting, thrilling, and riveting the author has pulled out all the stops…deliciously satisfying.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Wow… a cracker of a book… I just loved this… was hooked right from the start… there was everything I loved in this brilliant book... had me totally immersed.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Incredible. I knew I would be hooked but this exceeded my expectations… had me shaking my head and saying WTF… Absolutely loved every moment of this book.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Wow - what a brilliant page turner this had me hooked from the first chapter and kept me invested throughout… gripping.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Gripped me so deeply… I am 100% addicted… read within 24 hours. Kim Stone is my idol… Totally compelling, addictive.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘OMG where on earth am I meant to be able to start with this…This book was everything I wanted it to be and more.’ Rachel’s Random Reads, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Had me devouring this story long into the night… brilliant… I was completely hooked… the best Kim Stone book I've read.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I absolutely loved this… pulls you in straight away and doesn't let you go until the last page.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Genius… utterly compelling… will have you gripped to the end… comes with the mother of all twists!’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Loved loved loved it!… I could not put this down.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I’ve not spoken to my husband in 3 days as this was far more important. As always, this lived up to all expectations… It’s all there. And perfect. Clear your diary. Just sit and enjoy’. Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Woo hoo!... superb… brilliant’ mandylovestoread, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

You think you know him. Until he's dead. When Cameron Swift is gunned down outside his family home, DC Beth Chamberlain is appointed Family Liaison Officer: a dual role that requires her to support the family, and also investigate them. As the case unfolds and the body count climbs, Beth discovers that nothing is quite as it appears and everyone, it seems, has secrets. Even the dead... 'A refreshing female protagonist with guts and a heart...I was gripped.'- Ruth Dugdall

This edited collection offers a wide range of essays showcasing current research on emotions in TV series. The chapters develop from a variety of research traditions in film, television and media studies and explores American, British, Nordic and Spanish TV series.