THREE “thought-provoking…deep and powerful” domestic thrillers from experienced mental health clinician S.A. McEwen. Hailed as “intense, surprising and original”, these psychological stories about families and the things that make us tick will enthral you from start to finish. “S.A. McEwen has a knack for understanding the small idiosyncrasies that factor in to how people think. These observations lead to an intricate tale that should not be missed." Author K. Moore ★★★★★ "Five freaking glorious stars awesome." ★★★★★ "Liane Moriarty, but grittier." Catherine Deveny, Writer, Comedian, Author and Speaker "This is a story that will stay with me for a long time." ★★★★ "A well written fast paced thriller is very rare to find these days...From [the] first page I was hooked." ★★★★★ "Sexy and seductive. Dark and chilling. Thought provoking and challenging." ★★★★★ "I am in awe of this writer and this story. It was so gritty and emotional and so compelling. I couldn't put it down. The emotions that ran thru and the intrigue kept you guessing...I don't say this often, this is a story not to be missed." ★★★★★ "This complex story took me by surprise. It is like nothing I have ever read. The characters are well written and developed. They are realistic and captivating. All of them had secrets...this is a book not to be overlooked. It is a must read." ★★★★★ "This story is brilliantly written and really grips you, keeping you guessing until the very end. I can usually tell how it will end or whodunnit but this time no matter how convinced I was about who it was, I was wrong and I love that!" ★★★★★ "It's thrilling, a little scary, and intriguing...Hint: Your first, second, and third guesses are all wrong."★★★★★ "Wow! Talk about a book that will stay with you. It dealt with a lot of things that people don't talk about...in a way that kept you hooked. Really good book." ★★★★★ “Thought-provoking…deep and powerful” ★★★★★ “Beautifully written, tightly plotted page-turner.” ★★★★★ “Smart, fast-moving, twisty and dark.” ★★★★★ “Tense, haunting, perfect for fans of The Last Thing He Told Me and Little Fires Everywhere.” ★★★★★ GOOD GIRL BAD A perfect life, or a perfect lie? Rebecca Giovanni has a beautiful life—a job she loves, a new husband who’s a great deal better than the old one, and two charming daughters from her first marriage. It’s hard not to be smug about how well she’s done for herself. She trusts her new husband. Then she wakes to find him and her sixteen-year-old daughter missing. Their dog is dead, and the front door is wide open. No matter what the police insinuate, Rebecca cannot believe Leroy and Tabby went anywhere together willingly. She’s doing a stellar job, but blended families always have their difficulties. And they'd never leave the house without their phones and wallets. But where are they? What happened in the house that night? Rebecca’s younger daughter is acting strangely, and her ex-husband is hiding secrets of his own—like where he was that night, and the real reason that he left Rebecca. And Rebecca can’t help thinking about the last time she saw her husband, and heard him say something she’d rather forget… THE GOOD DAUGHTER A violent murder. A family secret. And a boyfriend who's not who he says he is... Sydney, Australia. Lawyer and companion Natalie Coommaraswamy struggles to be the good daughter her parents demand. A second-generation Sri Lankan, she’s never penetrated her family’s resolute silence surrounding their flight from Sri Lanka, and has been left with unanswered questions about where she belongs and who she can trust. Then her best friend is found murdered. Fuelled by disinterest from the police, Natalie begins her own hunt for the murderer. But when clues point to her new lover, her carefully regulated world starts to unravel. And the truth will threaten more than her sanity… A dark, smart and twisty thriller for fans of Lisa Jewell and Liane Moriarty. NB a more explicit version of this book was previously published under a pen name with ISBN 9780648201342. It has also been published with the title Ruined. The content remains the same. THE LOST BOY Things are going wrong for Olivia Shorten. Her little boy has become withdrawn and anxious. Her marriage is not the safe place she had believed it to be. To top it all off, her teenage stepson has just come to live with them…and there’s something unsettling, something not-quite-right about Charlie. Olivia has her own plan about how to fix things. Unconventional, maybe, but she thinks she’s doing the right thing for her family. But then her little boy vanishes from their backyard without a trace. Frantic with fear, and with the police and the media poking around in places she'd rather they didn't, it soon becomes apparent that everyone is hiding something. Including Olivia. A gripping page-turner of family secrets for fans of Laura Dave, Celeste Ng and Paula Hawkins.

LAPD Detective Gabi Longoria returns home one night to a nasty surprise—her husband has been brutally killed. A note next to his body says: “Rats always get what they deserve.” Her captain refuses to let her join the murder investigation, so Gabi decides to do her own. Convinced the reason to her husband’s death can be found at the New York health club where she met him, she goes undercover as a trainer there. In the process of seeking the truth, she meets a handsome, mysterious man who claims an evil corporation killed her husband—what’s worse, he also claims they’ve developed a master race to replace all of humankind… NOTE: This box set contains the COMPLETE story. Thriller, saga, mystery, female protagonist, murder, crime, conspiracy

Enjoy this steamy, dark mountain man domestic thriller romantic suspense novel by contemporary romance author Lynn Burke... A wildling, Ma always called me, born of nature, feral as a fox. I made a promise to her on her deathbed to look after my heartless Pa, but eight years later, he brings another woman to our homestead in the wilds of Alaska, testing my determination to honor Ma’s memory. Saige is timid. Beautiful. Unthreatening and desperate for affection, consuming my mind and drawing me in. I should flee—for both our safety. But I have nothing to my name, and leaving as winter approaches means certain death, no matter my survival skills. Pa crosses a line, and the wildling inside me rises like a bear on its hind legs, instinctively needing to show dominance. This time, I won’t fail to protect the one I love, no matter the cost—even if it means breaking my promise and shedding blood. Wildling is the second in the steamy dark romance Midnight Sun series. HEA guaranteed, this noir domestic thriller novel can be read as a standalone. Perfect for readers who love steamy mountain man romantic suspense that includes older woman heroines and possessive, protective heroes. If you’re a fan of Brittney Sahin, A.L. Jackson, Ivy Smoak, Gemma Weir, Nicole Snow, K.C. Crowne, Marley Michaels, & Ava Grace, you’re going to love the Midnight Sun series!

Journey through the shadows of desire and deception in this riveting romantic psychological thriller! In Sydney, Australia, Natalie Coommaraswamy, a brilliant lawyer with a turbulent past, is caught between the relentless expectations of her parents and a deep longing for the truth. As a second-generation Sri Lankan, Natalie yearns to uncover the mysteries surrounding her family's enigmatic escape from Sri Lanka and find her rightful place in the world. But the secrets that lie buried within her family's history may hold the key to her own survival. When her closest friend is brutally murdered, Natalie's quest for justice becomes intensely personal. Disillusioned by the apathy of the authorities, she embarks on a dangerous journey of her own, determined to unmask the killer. However, as she delves deeper into the labyrinth of clues, Natalie's world teeters on the precipice of darkness, and the line between truth and deception becomes increasingly blurred. Amidst the chaos, a new love blossoms in Natalie's life, bringing passion and tenderness to her existence. But as their relationship intensifies, she begins to question whether her new lover is the person he claims to be. Doubt creeps in, and Natalie finds herself torn between love and suspicion, not knowing whom to trust. With every page turned, this breathtakingly original tale weaves a web of seduction, intrigue, and chilling suspense that will leave you gasping for breath. As Natalie's carefully constructed reality crumbles, she must confront her deepest fears and confront the unsettling truth that threatens to shatter not only her sanity but also everything she holds dear. Immerse yourself in the lush, character-driven plot that will enthral you from the very first sentence. This spellbinding novel challenges your assumptions, provokes thought, and ignites a fire within your imagination. Brace yourself for a gripping tale that seamlessly blends psychological suspense with heart-stopping romance—a tale that will haunt your dreams long after you've turned the final page. “A painfully beautiful novel, breathtakingly original…Sexy and seductive. Dark and chilling. Thought provoking and challenging. This is a lushly impressive, character driven plot that had me totally engrossed from the very first page.” ★★★★★ This book is published without the steamy scenes as ‘The Good Daughter, which means I cannot publish it in full on any platform without going against their Terms of Service. You can read the steamy version as part of the box set - Beautiful Ordinary Box Set (Books 1-3). Alternatively, you can purchase it directly from my website www.samcewen.com/books.

THE MASTERS CIA THRILLER SERIES - BOOKS 1 - 3 - BOX SET - 3 LIES, THE MASTERS' KEY, and DEAD STORM

Adele French lost her sister, Celia, fifteen years ago, and she’s never stopped looking for answers or someone to blame. Now, human remains have been found near the home Celia once shared with her husband, Albert. Adele thinks she can finally put her sister to rest. Not to mention the ugly lies that Albert fabricated about Celia after she disappeared. She’s determined to uncover the truth about the night Celia vanished, and see justice served at last. But Adele told some lies, too, back then. And if you dig for secrets in dark places, you can’t always control what comes to light… Perfect for fans of The Last Thing He Told Me and Little Fires Everywhere.

"Absolutely thrilling! From one book to the next this series keeps you on the edge of your seat." — B. Z., Verified Reader Review Lucas Rocha didn’t know he’d be a reluctant hero. He owed Daniel Burke his life, not that it was worth much at one point. No one ever retires from a gang. Death is the only way out. Over their turbulent intertwining, Lucas and Daniel find themselves speeding out of control on a road to redemption or ruination, and the biggest drug lord in Rio, Dez, could be their only key to survival. "Fast paced and action packed... This is a page-turner that you cannot put down once you start reading..." — Gabi, Verified Reader Review "This is by far, the best series to hit my kindle so far this year." — Christa, Verified Reader Review

Immerse yourself in the adventure with six action-packed stories of conspiracy, betrayal, and revenge... Welcome to the world of The Surgical Strike Unit (SSU), a privately run special operations group. It was founded by Ryker, a Vietnam veteran, to handle the national security jobs that the government couldn't—or wouldn't—do. A government program attempted to turn men into superhuman soldiers and spies. Those who survived were barely human. Now key players want to revive the program. Join the operators of the SSU and the women they love on thrilling adventures as they work to stop a deadly, and unstable, army of superhuman soldiers from being unleashed on the world. The titles included in this volume include: VENGEANCE Niko Andros became a criminal to protect his family. He served his years in prison and now he’s earning redemption one mission at a time with a secret military strike force. He thought his family was safe, but when an old enemy resurfaces, his aunt is caught in the crossfire and he’ll do anything to save her. Double-crosses lurk around every corner. Niko’s boss has him playing babysitter for the whole team, including a brash, young female agent who’s only after vengeance and liable to get them all killed. New agent Jenna Paterson is too close to the mark and her traumatic past threatens to ruin everything, including the growing attraction between them. Niko knows all the training in the world won’t stop Jenna’s demons from getting the better of her, but he refuses to lose the woman he’s grown to love. But if she doesn’t stop her quest for vengeance and learn to trust Niko’s experience, Jenna’s life won’t be the only thing that’s lost. Niko’s heart is also in danger. UNDERCOVER (A PREQUEL NOVELLA not available for sale individually) In his quest for vengeance, he’s turned himself into a criminal... Undercover agent Niko Andros can’t let go of his anger over the hit that paralyzed his father. When the crime lord responsible, Jaime Alvarez, offers Niko a place in his organization, Niko accepts and dives into the criminal underworld. Niko plays the dutiful soldier, giving Alvarez the appearance of having turned away from his law-abiding family. Each sin Niko is forced to commit brings him closer to taking down his enemy and closer to the darkness he fears he’ll never escape. This short bonus novella is approximately 15,000 words. It takes place before Vengeance and gives the backstory between Niko and Alvarez. Unlike Vengeance, this novella is suspense only, with no romance. BETRAYAL An innocent woman is caught in the crosshairs of an international manhunt. Her only hope of escaping the jungle alive is the most wanted man on the planet. Accused of a murder he didn’t commit, Kai Paterson has been on the run for years, looking for the proof he needs to clear his name. In the process he’s become worse than some of the criminals he’s hunted. He’ll never outrun his nightmares or his guilt, but if he can save archeologist Susana Dias, maybe he can balance the scales and wash some of the blood from his hands. The government wants her for the same reason he needs her—she holds the key to his salvation and their downfall. The unlikely pair teams up and they race through the jungle staying only steps ahead of the mercenaries closing in on them. When the stakes rise even higher, Kai is forced to make a choice. Innocent lives or the life of the woman he loves. RETRIBUTION A shadowy government organization is about to unleash a secret weapon against an innocent population. Only one man can stop the destruction, but first he has to remember her… Rafe Andros had everything he wanted until a mission went horribly wrong. Now, he’s not just a prisoner, he’s the subject of a brutal experiment that’s slowly eroding everything that makes him human. He can’t remember much. The mental brainwashing makes him attack anyone he knew or loved in the past. Anyone except her… His only hope for salvation is Dr. Gabby Montague, a scientist tricked into working on a formula to turn soldiers into mindless killing machines. Rafe fights to break free of the mind control. Fights to find his way back to Gabby. Fights to survive the most dangerous mission of his life. If he doesn’t succeed, an army of superhuman soldiers will be unleashed. Thousands of innocents will die, and he’ll lose Gabby forever. PAYBACK A change of conscience leads a cold-hearted spy to risk his life for the woman he never thought he would want… Ruthless and arrogant, CIA agent Mark Tonelli has always been driven by two things. The need to avenge his father’s death, and the desire to protect his country at any cost. But when he joins the black ops group Kerberos, Mark discovers that there are some lines even he won’t cross. Kerberos is changing honorable men into mindless killing machines. Mark’s long-dead conscience roars back to life and he puts his vengeance on hold to save the woman he’s falling for, and her brother, before it’s too late. Faith Andrews has tracked her brother to the Kerberos group. The tenacious reporter never gives up. She proves to the I-only-work-alone CIA agent that he can’t do this without her. As Mark and Faith get closer to the proof they need to take down Kerberos, they also draw closer to each other. Mark finally learns the truth about who betrayed his father, but getting revenge means abandoning his goal of taking Kerberos down. Abandoning his promise to rescue Faith’s brother. And abandoning the woman he loves to the ruthless hunters who will kill to keep their secrets. AFTERMATH His job is keeping national secrets. Her job is to ferret them out. Ryker, head of the private security group that ended Kerberos, discovers that not all of the men responsible were brought to justice. Someone is trying to resurrect the program. They will do anything to keep their involvement a secret, including kill the reporter who wants answers Ryker’s not allowed to give. Investigative reporter Siobahn Murphy is chasing the hottest story of her life. Officials in the highest levels of government supported a secret program that kidnapped men and turned them into superhuman soldiers. Now those officials are attempting to cover their tracks and bury Siobahn with their secrets, but she won’t go down without a fight. As they race toward the truth together, Ryker finds himself falling for the sexy, headstrong reporter. When Siobahn is attacked, he has to make the choice to protect the woman he loves or protect his nation’s secrets. If you like gritty, edge-of-your-seat action, government conspiracies, and characters forced to confront the darkness within themselves, then you'll love Vanessa Kier's action-packed SSU romantic thriller series. Get The SSU Series Complete Box Set today to experience the adventure!

Books 1 - 2 of the pulsating Jake Tanner terror thriller series: Standstill and Floor 68.

BOOK 1: STANDSTILL

In the oppressive London summer heat, two brothers orchestrate the deadliest terror attack the city has ever seen. Three airport-bound trains are brought to a standstill with thousands held hostage. And when the dust settles, the Metropolitan Police are left scrambling for solutions. 

The terrorists promise to let hostages go, but first Detective Jake Tanner must play his part in their twisted games. The rules are simple--follow them, and no one gets hurt. Break them, and the consequences will be fatal. But when he discovers the identity of one of the passengers, Jake realises this isn’t just about saving hostages. 

Battling a faceless figure who’s appointed himself God, Jake must save the passengers before the city descends into utter mayhem. 

But how far will he go? Will he save everyone in time? And will he like the chilling truth he learns along the way?

BOOK 2: FLOOR 68

Jake Tanner is tormented by memories of the people he’s failed to save. Hoping to give his spinning mind a break, the detective treats his wife and kids to a fancy meal in London’s tallest building. He never expected that his family time would be cut short by a biological terrorist…

Cut off from outside help and struggling with his PTSD, Jake may be the only man who can save the hostages and thwart the horrific attack. As a deadly game of cat-and-mouse begins, the detective must conquer his own demons to outwit a deranged mastermind. If he fails, the airborne pathogen's devious purpose will decimate humanity's future.

Can Jake defeat a savage psychopath before the bomb annihilates humankind?

If you like edge-of-your-seat action, honourable heroes, and explosive terrorist plots, then you’ll love Jack Probyn’s gripping novels.

What others are saying:

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - "A pulsating thriller that moves at an electrifying pace... Tightly plotted with unbelievable tension... Jack Probyn comes across as a master in crafting a story with an exhilarating endgame… This book is a rare gem."

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - "It is the most riveting book I have read in a long time. All I can say is please read for yourself it is stunning."

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - "Fast-paced storyline with fantastic chase scenes."

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - "Thrilling action. Compelling characters. This story has it all."

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - "Wow - from start to finish this one keeps you on the edge of your seat."

Buy the box set and start a series you won’t want to put down!