Nicola Marsh

Home is where the heart is and for one country girl, she'll do whatever it takes to save it...Mila Hayes will do anything to keep her family's farm, including marrying the wrong man. But when the groom backs out at the last minute, and Sawyer Mann, her teen crush and her brother's best friend, witnesses her humiliation, Mila's hopes plummet.She doesn't believe Sawyer when he says he can help. She's done with short-term solutions. So how will Mila cope when she falls for Sawyer all over again and is forced into making a choice: follow her head or her heart?Sawyer, now a high-powered land broker who fled Ashe Ridge years ago to escape painful memories, is back temporarily and finds himself unexpectedly drawn to Mila. He kept secrets from her in the past and it pushed them apart. Can he convince Mila this time will be different?Meanwhile, Adelaide, Mila's grandmother, who left her grumpy husband Jack fourteen years ago to follow her dreams, is unsettled by memories resurrected at Mila's wedding. She's wary of a man tied to this town, but what if he can prove they can build a new future together?

"I'm going to make you like me, Lizzie," my sister's new boyfriend sneers. I arrange my features into a pleasant mask, willing myself not to look anxiously for the door. He thinks he's always one step ahead, but he has no idea how far I'll go to protect my family... Noel never should have been released from prison. My job helping ex-prisoners turn over a new leaf usually warms my heart, but as soon as I lock eyes with Noel the skin along the nape of my neck prickles. He wasn't locked up for a petty crime; it was manslaughter. And now he's dating my sister. Brooke says she's never met a man who makes her feel so cherished and protected. That a single brush of his hand makes her heart flutter. A knight in shining armor who will finally lay to rest the twisted secrets in her past.But he whispers words to me that Brooke can't hear. Words that sound like threats. And I do the one thing I know I shouldn't: I search through his prison files to find out all his secrets. And with trembling hands I discover that he didn't kill his brother by accident... Noel has no idea what I'm capable of. He could never imagine the darkness that lurks in our family. The things we'll do to protect our own. I nearly lost Brooke once, and I'll never let that happen again...An addictive, page-turning psychological thriller from USA Today bestseller Nicola Marsh. Fans of The Housemaid, Lisa Jewell and Mark Edwards will feel their hearts race as they find twist after twist What readers are saying about Nicola Marsh: "I couldn't put this book down. I would silently prop my Kindle up in bed next to my sleeping fianc , so that if I fell asleep and dropped it there would be no damage... a truly wonderful thriller. It was impossible to put down and the ending kept me guessing right up until the last page." What Kel Reads, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"O. M. G. This book I was on the edge of my seat throughout... I actually yelled out loud when I got to the twist... you have to pick up this book " Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"Had me hooked... Wow, wow, WOW Could not put this book down I was so engrossed from the first chapter." Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"OMG ... MIND BLOWN ... Absolutely fantastic... Had me sucked in from the first page until the explosive ending... I would have never guessed either of the twists in a million years... Completely blew my mind... I ended up staying awake until 3am until I finished it... I LOVED it." Bookworm86, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"This was SOME read. Now I know what it means when people say a book was unputdownable. I just had to finish this in one sitting. It was just too good to wait until the next day... You will NOT want to miss this suspense/mystery. Ten stars definitely " NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"One of the best I have ever read... I was furiously flicking through the pages, desperate to know the secrets... I had no choice but to finish this book in one sitting and when I was done, I had one major book hangover " Once Upon A Time Book Blog, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

A new sensation Second-Chance Sweet Shop by Rochelle Alers Brand-new bakery owner Sasha didn’t anticipate that the teenager she hired would have such an attractive father. Back home after years away, Sasha still smarts from falling for a man who seemed too good to be true. Divorced single dad Dwight will have to prove to Sasha that he’s the real deal…and once again learn to trust someone with his heart along the way. Frozen Heart, Melting Kiss by Ellie Darkins Shy Maya has turned her greatest pleasure into a thriving business, and nothing fulfils her more than delighting her clients. Until she's hired by workaholic Will to cater a charity dinner. Will's convinced that Maya can do no right! So she signs him up for her cookery course to force him to fall for her food. But what will happen when their week together is more intense than either of them ever expected…? Sweet Thing by Nicola Marsh Abby loves her new life working at Sydney’s finest patisserie. Working alongside brooding new man-in-charge Tanner is an unexpected but delicious challenge – especially as each night their attraction only grows hotter! But Tanner’s past is as dark as the ink on his skin… He’ll let her get closer than close in the bedroom, but does Abby dare go deeper?

You can run, but you can't hide... The Haven, a refuge for many, is Rylee's home, and her grandmother Leah is her hero. Rylee wants to continue her gran's good work with those less fortunate, but is keen to expand her horizons after leading a sheltered life. When an opportunity to work at Arcania, a wellness retreat, lands in Rylee's lap, she's rapt. But her grandmother disapproves, and as Rylee embarks on a quest to discover her biological family, secrets from the past unravel at terrifying speed. Decades earlier, Leah flees a tragedy and arrives at The Haven. The creepy house provides the sanctuary she craves. When she gets a job at nearby Arcania, she's intrigued by the gothic mansion and its inhabitants, but witnesses horrors that send her running. Now, her precious granddaughter shares her fascination for Arcania, putting Rylee in harm's way.How far will Leah go to protect the ones she loves?

You can stay, but you may never leave... For guests who spend a week at Arcania, a wellness retreat in the Outer Banks for those wanting to digitally detox, the gothic mansion is a welcome haven. Others aren't so lucky. When Lucy's mother dies unexpectedly and a mysterious Viking tattoo reveals a link to Arcania, Lucy books a week at the retreat. Cora Medville, the owner, seems welcoming enough, but soon the creepy house and its inhabitants are urging Lucy to flee, or risk dying like some before her. Four decades earlier, runaway Cora is smitten by Arcania and the dashing owner Harlan. Craving a sense of belonging, she finds it with her new family and their majestic mansion. But when residents start disappearing and she learns the terrifying truth, who can she trust? How far will she go to protect Arcania's sordid secrets?

Stranded...with my nemesis AXEL: It's bad enough an unseasonal blizzard means I'm stuck with my PA's annoying cat, but to make matters worse, Mia Samson and her poison pen are in my house too. The renowned reviewer has tanked enough books with her dreaded DNF and I need to teach her a lesson. But my enemy is not what I expect and if I'm not careful, I'm in danger of revealing my secret to the one person who can use it against me. MIA: I know people in publishing call me the career-wrecker behind my back. What they don't know is, I'm writing a novel, and when I'm lucky enough to win a week-long retreat with bestselling Axel Low in quaint Sugar Plain, Nebraska, I'm thrilled.Until I discover being snowed in with the reclusive grump is merely the first trope my life has turned into, and soon I'm sorely tempted to enact enemies to lovers...Which one of us will lose the plot first?

You can always trust your friends. Can't you? Abi is starting a new chapter of her life. Her son is leaving for college, she has her dream job and she is finally ready to find love again after her relationship with her ex Cal has ended. Jo has been by Abi's side for years. They've navigated all of life's ups and downs together. Even when Abi betrayed Jo with Cal all those years ago, she forgave her and the three remain close. So when Abi starts dating again, Jo and Cal begin to spend more time together. But soon Jo receives threatening messages telling her to stay away from him. And when Abi comes to her terrified, clutching a note that says "I want your life, " it becomes clear that someone wants to cause the friends harm. Because in Jo and Abi's close-knit circle someone has been living a lie for years and it's about to come to light. But when it does, who will make it out alive? An utterly addictive psychological thriller which is packed with twist after twist from the USA Today bestselling author of My Sister's Husband. Perfect for fans of K.L. Slater, The Wife Between Us and Gone Girl. What everyone's saying about The Ex Between Us: "Every book by this author is phenomenal and this being her best... I devoured this book in one sitting. Just read it... You will love it." NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Wow This book kept me engaged from the first chapter. I felt as though I was right there with the characters, the author did a fantastic job of bringing them to life ... Had lots of twists and unexpected thrills... A wild ride... I loved it " NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Wow Nicola Marsh hits it out of the park again Such a great story...Intriguing... Rich and well-developed characters that added to the story at every turn... Highly recommend " NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Every time, Nicola Marsh. Every time ...You suck me into a story, you mess with my head, spinning my emotions and thoughts around as if you flung me in the tumble dryer, and then I finish, astounded at the ending... Brilliant " NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "If you like twists and a book that keeps you thinking and guessing then this is the book for you ... I highly recommend " Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

An "all-consuming, completely engrossing" novel about secrets, affairs and perfect small towns from USA Today bestseller Nicola Marsh that will be devoured by fans of Kerry Fisher (Psycho-Thrilla Books). Bustle Best Books of Fall 2020 Ever since her twin girls left home, Marisahas felt there's something missing from her life. Her sprawling mansion is no longer filled with laughter and chaos, and she's desperate to feel needed . . . and to be distracted from the secret she's been hiding from her husband for all these years. Coffee with her best friends might be the only thing holding Marisa together. But Claire and Ellyhave their own secrets. Like why Claire hasn't been to work in weeks, or why Elly won't tell anyone who's buying her flowers. When Jodi, a pregnant young girl, turns up at Marisa's doorstep, Marisa is quick to come to her aid. She sees herself in Jodi and she knows how devoting yourself to looking after others can take up all your time in the most marvellous way. But Jodi's arrival quickly pushes everyone's lies to the surface. The father of her unborn child is someone the women know very well, and Marisa starts to wonder if her obsession with helping Jodi might come at a devastating price . . .

Numbness floods my body as I stumble up the steps leading to my house. Inside I know my five-year-old's bed is empty, her dresser is ransacked, her overnight bag is gone. I can see her dolls lying untouched through the window of our perfect family home - in the place where I thought I could protect her forever. My daughter is missing.You'd think my first instinct would be to call the police.But I know who's taken my daughter.And I know that the police can't help me.Only I can convince the woman who has my baby to give her back. She thinks she knows my secrets... but she has no idea.Fans of Liane Moriarty, Sally Hepworth and The Girl on the Train will love this utterly unputdownable domestic thriller from USA Today bestselling author Nicola Marsh.What readers are saying about Nicola Marsh: "Give me a second to get my breath back because that was a rush ... I could have never expected the final plot twist... will leave you shaking with adrenaline long after you finish. Believe me." Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars"This book left me utterly speechless Wow ... I had a hard time putting it down to get anything done around my house ... The secrets Oh my God the secrets this family kept was crazy I loved this book." Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars"This book has it all Scandal, secrets, lies, murder, mystery, love. You think you have figured out, but do you?... My first book by Nicola Marsh, won't be my last." Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars"Oh my goodness this book was fabulous... all-consuming, completely engrossing... The ending was incredible and not what I predicted at all. Amazing. Highly recommended. Five big stars." Psycho-Thrilla Books, 5 stars"Holy smokes... will rock you to the core... it's not just a scandal it's a gut-wrenching sucker punch that literally takes your breath away... I never saw that shocker coming towards me." Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

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The sunroom at the back of the house is just as I remember. I can't taste homemade lemonade or smell oatmeal cookies without thinking of home, of the beautiful cliffs of Martino Bay, and I feel welcomed. But all thoughts of a happy family reunion are destroyed the moment I see him...He's as handsome as I remember: broad shoulders, piercing blue eyes, hair the colour of burnt toffee.The man who once meant the world to me. The reason I fled eleven years ago. I've never told anyone the terrible mistake I made that night. The secret we share. I'm still haunted by the crashing waves at the bottom of the cliffs, the blood...But what is he doing at my sister's house?And then I see her. My baby sister. She smiles, she tips her hand so I can see the ring. And his arm slides around her waist, pulling her close...A twisty and emotional domestic thriller for fans of Liane Moriarty, Kerry Fisher and Sally Hepworth from USA Today bestselling author Nicola Marsh. It will keep you turning the pages deep into the night absorbed by every last word.What readers are saying about My Sister's Husband 'Give me a second to get my breath back because that was a rush ... I could have never expected the final plot twist... Marsh delivers an excellent read that will leave you shaking with adrenaline long after you finish. Believe me.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'This book left me utterly speechless Wow ... I had a hard time putting it down to get anything done around my house ... The secrets Oh my God the secrets this family kept was crazy ... I loved this book.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'Had me saying WTH so often and the end blew me away... So well-written, I was hooked from the beginning until the end. I cannot wait for the next book by Nicola Marsh.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'What an amazing book, reading it I felt I had it all worked out, then a huge plot twist, then another and another Absolutely brilliant ... Family drama, lies, manipulation, this book has it all. Highly recommended.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐ Jennifer L. Armentrout, #1 New York Times and USA Today bestselling author says, "Scion of the Sun is packed with action, mystery, romance and suspense. It's not to be missed " A mystifying time rift. An ancient civilisation. Two worlds collide in an epic fight to the death.My boring life is upended when a vision of the mom I never knew has me questioning everything I believe. Eager for answers, I enrol at a boarding school for highly gifted students in Wolfebane, New Hampshire. But the school and its students have secrets that leave me more confused than ever.When I accidentally discover a parallel existence and find a whole other life waiting for me, I'm thrust into a mythological world that thinks I'm its unlikely saviour. Torn between my old life and my new, confronting an ancient evil seems the least of my problems. With the help of Joss, an enigmatic warrior sworn to protect me, and my new best friend, the equally hot Quinn, I face my fears. But I'm unprepared for the ultimate showdown against a terrifying adversary... If you enjoyed The Hunger Games, you'll love this thrilling journey of self-discovery. ★SCION OF THE SUN won Best YA Novel in the National Readers' Choice Awards, USA.★ Fans of young adult time travel, young adult boarding school, young adult fantasy, young adult paranormal romance, young adult action adventure and young adult supernatural romance will enjoy SCION OF THE SUN.

Multi-award winner and USA TODAY bestseller Nicola Marsh has published 80 books, been translated into 25 languages and sold over 8 million copies worldwide. She revamped this how to write reference in 2022 to help fellow writers with practical tips to write better and manage their writing career.DO YOU WANT GOOD TIPS FOR WRITING? WANT TO KNOW HOW TO WRITE BEST SELLING FICTION? WANT PRACTICAL TIPS FOR NOVEL WRITING? THEN DO IT WRITE IS THE FICTION WRITING REFERENCE FOR YOU In this jargon-free writing reference she explores various fiction writing tips including: writing vivid descriptionwriting memorable charactersbringing your setting to lifehow to write fastereffective editingwriting promptsthe motivation that drives your storysample synopsesThis concise writing guide with its tips and examples will spark the imagination and help the words to flow.BUY DO IT WRITE in ebook and paperback TODAY ★★★★★ "This book is packed with down-to-earth, practical tips for any writer, during the WIP and beyond Publishing. This little gem is gold " Kerrin, Goodreads★★★★★ "I will be sharing this with my kids, I think it will also help them thru highschool. Love the chapters and love how it's easy to read." Tash NZ★★★★★ "Do It Write is a concise yet excellent how to guide' for writers. Nicola Marsh gives us a peek into how she develops her characters and settings, how she pants/plots, how she writes a synopsis (ah-mazing), how she gets rid of the doubt demons', and lots of other awesome writing tips and tricks." Ebook Reader

Trusting his family was her first mistake. All Ria ever wanted was a family. Growing up alone in foster care, she imagined just how it would be. So when she fell in love with Grayson and had their daughter Shelley, she was determined to make his family love her too. She knew she'd never fit in with her glamorous sisters-in-law, or at the exclusive picture-perfect Chicago parties her mother-in-law threw, but with Grayson's arm around her waist she tried her best to be a Parker. Everything changed when Grayson disappeared. Until one morning, Grayson leaves the house for work and never comes home. Left to raise Shelley alone, Ria is forced to turn to her husband's family, to let her intimidating mother-in-law into her life, allow her to babysit Shelley, and accept her financial support. She tries to ignore the feeling that her sisters-in-law never thought she was good enough. They say they have no idea what happened to Grayson, and she tries very hard to believe them. But Ria is about to learn that every Parker wife has secrets. And protecting her daughter might come at a terrible price... Utterly compelling, The Last Wife is an emotionally-charged novel about what one woman will do to survive. Perfect for fans of Liane Moriarty, Kerry Fisher and The Other Woman. Readers love The Last Wife 'This was SOME read. Now I know what it means when people say a book was unputdownable. I just had to finish this in one sitting. It was just too good to wait until the next day... You will NOT want to miss this... Ten stars definitely ' Netgalley reviewer, 5 stars 'Just wow. From beginning to end you had no idea where this book was going... This is a must read book... At one point you are yelling at the book because darn it tell me, the ending had me shook. I was quaking. Definitely not what I was expecting.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'This one kept me guessing and totally enthralled from start to finish. The secrets, lies and mistrust of a family determined to stick together made for a great read.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'A fabulous read There's everything here - secrets, danger, deceit... keeps you hooked right until the last page... Not giving anything away, simply to say, this is definitely a must read.' Brook Cottage Books, 5 stars 'Absolutely loved this book ... I couldn't tear myself away.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'I just loved this book My second of Nicola Marsh's books and it did not disappoint. A domestic thriller that kept me guessing until the very end... Highly recommend.' Chapter Chatter Pub, 5 stars 'Lies, deceit and murder span the pages of this fabulous book... had me completely enthralled from the first page until the very last.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'I really loved this book... I found myself engrossed. There a couple of plot twists that threw me, especially near the end. I highly recommend ' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'So enjoyed... twisty, addictive... so good, so recommended, a must read.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

My life is like one of those cheap snow globes my twins collected when they were younger. Shiny and pretty on the outside, blurred beyond recognition when shaken. Ever since her twin girls left home, Marisa has felt there's something missing from her life. Her sprawling mansion is no longer filled with laughter and chaos, and she's desperate to feel needed... and to be distracted from the secret she's been hiding from her husband for all these years. Coffee with her best friends might be the only thing holding Marisa together. But Claire and Ellyhave their own secrets. Like why Claire hasn't been to work in weeks, or why Elly won't tell anyone who's buying her flowers. When Jodi, a pregnant young girl, turns up at Marisa's doorstep, Marisa is quick to come to her aid. She sees herself in Jodi and she knows how devoting yourself to looking after others can take up all your time in the most marvellous way. But Jodi's arrival quickly pushes everyone's lies to the surface. The father of her unborn child is someone the women know very well, and Marisa starts to wonder if her obsession with helping Jodi might come at a devastating price... The Scandal has a twist that will take your breath away. An emotionally charged novel about secrets, affairs and perfect small towns that will be devoured by fans of Kerry Fisher, Big Little Lies and The Other Woman.What readers are saying about The Scandal: 'This book has it all Scandal, secrets, lies, murder, mystery, love. You think you have figured out, but do you?... My first book by Nicola Marsh, won't be my last.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'INCREDIBLE ... I was convinced multiple times that I had it figured out when I never actually did... It will stick with me for a while afterwards and I don't think I've ever read a thriller quite like this one before.' Goodreads reviewer 'This is the first book I read by Nicola Marsh and boy I can't wait to read another one... I just absolutely loved it... I can't say enough good things about this book. Between the plot, characters and all the twists in this book it made it an easy and fast read. I would definitely recommend it.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'A thrill ride that keeps you guessing and is full of surprises... Just when it appears that the story is drawing to a close there pops out another shock. It will keep you guessing till the last page and does not disappoint.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'The Scandal is an engrossing thriller that I could not put down.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'Holy smokes that whole episode with Jodi will rock you to the core... it's not just a scandal it's a gut-wrenching sucker punch that literally takes your breath away... I never seen that shocker coming towards me. Nicola's books are amazing and I can't wait to see what she's brewing up next I'll take two please ' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'I thought I had the plot figured out quite a few times but this story twists and turns at a rapid pace and I loved it ' Crafty Fox, 5 stars

Den man älskar Gideon St Claires liv kretsar kring arbetet och det är så han vill ha det. Men när han börjar känna sig dragen till sin nya medarbetare Joey McKinley förändras allt. Joey lyckas alltid få honom att sänka garden och är just den sortens kvinna han vill undvika. Fast när en gammal fiende är ute efter hämnd blir Gideon tvungen att vaka över henne dag och natt ... Mitt livs äventyr En kväll när jag nyss hade skilt mig firade jag min nyfunna frihet. För mig som alltid är så klok och förnuftig borde steget till att njuta av en het natt med en sexig främling ha varit långt. Aldrig hade jag kunnat ana att natten med Roman var början på ett helt nytt liv! Under ditt beskydd Skandalprinsessan Evangelina Drakos gör allt för att slå sig fri från sina kungliga plikter på ön Kyonos. Därför kallas livvakten Makhail Nabatov in för att hålla prinsessan under uppsikt. Men attraktionen mellan dem blir snart svår att motstå och nu riskerar den största skandalen av dem alla att skaka kungariket!

Guldkantat hjärta Om juveldesignern Ruby Seaborn inte gör något radikalt kommer familjeföretaget att gå under. Därför beslutar hon sig för att gifta sig med deras värste fiende, Jax Maroney. Jax behöver hennes kontakter inom societeten och Ruby behöver hans pengar! Om Jax bara accepterar hennes förslag har hon inget att förlora förutom sitt hjärta ... För din skull Laura ser rakt igenom Ryan Armstrongs ytliga fasad och vägrar att bli en i raden av hans erövringar. Det sista hon vill är att ge sitt hjärta till ännu en arrogant och självupptagen man. Så hur har hon lyckats hamna i den här knipan? För att blidka sin mormor på hennes dödsbädd har hon sagt att hon hittat den rätte och plötsligt kan ingen annan än just Ryan hjälpa henne ... Lek med elden Ciro D Angelo vet att ta tillvara på ett bra tillfälle och Lily Scotts mjuka känslighet är precis vad han letar efter i en hustru. Med andra ord är hon raka motsatsen till de kvinnor han brukar dejta! Men inom kort märker Ciro att Lily inte alls är den väna kvinna han förväntade sig att hon skulle vara. Vad är det hon döljer för honom?

★★★★★ THE VAMPIRE DIARIES L.J. Smith, #1 New York Times bestselling author. "Nicola Marsh has done a masterful job at creating a supernatural thriller full of unexpected twists and turns...Absolutely love the book, ten out of ten."★★★★★ "The thriller aspect of this book is fantastic, especially considering it is YA - it is dark, creepy and very well done. Definitely some spine-chilling moments in this book." Book Nerd Reviews ★★★★★ "Banish is filled with mystery, intrigue and suspense. Loved the supernatural aspect." YA Book AddictWhen the ghosts of your past become your future.Haunted by my past and desperate for a fresh start, I flee my small hometown and seek refuge in the bustling streets of New York City. Living with my bohemian aunt, a Wicca High Priestess, is disconcerting, but I adapt, making friends, meeting a guy.Ronan is great, but my newfound peace is obliterated when a chilling discovery rocks my world. I glimpse a dead body in one of Ronan's music videos. And I'm the only one who can see it.Worse, it's someone I know, a week before their death.As I grapple with this supernatural phenomenon, I fear the secrets of my past have caught up with me, and evil lurks everywhere.Will I be able to unravel the truth before it's too late?READ BANISH NOW Fans of young adult psychological thriller, young adult suspense, teen and young adult books, young adult coming of age, young adult ghost, teen and young adult paranormal romance, young adult thriller, young adult witch romance, young adult magic and young adult paranormal romance will enjoy BANISH.