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Valerie Keogh

    Valerie crée des romans policiers captivants et des thrillers psychologiques qui plongent dans les aspects les plus sombres de la psyché humaine. Sa prose, nourrie par une profonde compréhension de la nature humaine acquise grâce à son expérience d'infirmière diplômée, explore des relations complexes et des secrets cachés. Avec un sens aigu du détail et une maîtrise du suspense, Valerie crée des récits qui captivent les lecteurs et les tiennent en haleine jusqu'à la dernière page. Ses œuvres sont reconnues pour leurs personnages féminins forts et leurs rebondissements inattendus qui révèlent des vérités troublantes sur la nature humaine.

    The Couple in the Photograph
    The Little Lies
    No Obvious Cause
    The Deadly Truth: A Heart-Stopping Psychological Thriller
    No Memory Lost
    La mère de famille
    • No Memory Lost

      A Gripping Crime Mystery

      • 280pages
      • 10 heures de lecture

      Set in a Dublin suburb, the story unfolds amidst a series of chilling murder investigations that grip the community. The detective leading the case grapples not only with the complexities of the crimes but also with a significant personal crisis, adding layers of tension and emotional depth to the narrative. This Irish crime thriller intricately weaves together the challenges of professional duty and personal turmoil, creating a gripping atmosphere filled with suspense and intrigue.

      No Memory Lost
      4,7
    • Exploring the theme of betrayal, this gripping narrative delves into the impact of a past relationship that resurfaces to threaten the protagonist's future. As secrets unfold, the tension escalates, revealing how unresolved issues can haunt and disrupt one's life. The story examines the complexities of trust and the struggle to reclaim control over one's destiny amidst external chaos.

      The Deadly Truth: A Heart-Stopping Psychological Thriller
      4,0
    • No Obvious Cause

      A Gripping Crime Mystery

      • 336pages
      • 12 heures de lecture

      Set in the Dublin suburbs, a police detective grapples with a string of mysterious crimes while confronting the resurgence of a woman from his past. As he navigates the complexities of his personal history and the challenges of his investigation, the story intertwines themes of memory, regret, and the impact of unresolved relationships on one's present life.

      No Obvious Cause
      4,0
    • The Little Lies

      A Jaw-Dropping Psychological Suspense Thriller

      • 254pages
      • 9 heures de lecture

      In this psychological thriller, a young woman's seemingly perfect life unravels as her past resurfaces, bringing with it haunting memories and challenges. As she confronts the shadows of her history, tension builds, leading to a gripping exploration of fear, identity, and the impact of unresolved trauma. The narrative promises to keep readers on the edge of their seats, blending suspense with deep emotional insight.

      The Little Lies
      4,0
    • The Couple in the Photograph

      • 290pages
      • 11 heures de lecture

      All it takes is one unexpected event for things to come crashing down... On their anniversary, Keri and Nathan Metcalfe's children surprise them by having a honeymoon photo blown up to poster size and displayed around with city with the tagline, 'twenty-five years of marital bliss'. Nathan is thrilled, but Keri is worried that the man she'd been having an affair with will see it. He does. And he doesn't take it well. When he says she'll regret it, Keri grows concerned. A wreath is delivered to their home saying R.I.P, then things take a disturbing turn when an employee at Keri and Nathan's company is murdered. Is her ex-lover responsible or is someone else behind the threats? Can Nathan and Keri's marriage survive? And is it always right to tell the truth?

      The Couple in the Photograph
      3,0
    • The Widow

      • 334pages
      • 12 heures de lecture

      Grieving or guilty? When Allison's wealthy and charming husband Peter is found dead, she appears distraught, devastated... delighted? Because despite an apparently picture-perfect marriage, Allison knows it was all built on a bed of lies. And as the truth regarding Peter's life and death are revealed, Alison must try to keep her own dark past buried. Because if Peter was keeping secrets, then his widow is too..

      The Widow
      3,9
    • The Lies He Told

      A Gripping Psychological Suspense

      • 280pages
      • 10 heures de lecture

      The story revolves around a cheating man and the four women who are furious with him, culminating in a crime of passion. This thrilling narrative promises to be both gripping and entertaining, crafted by a bestselling author known for creating engaging plots. The interplay of emotions and the consequences of betrayal drive the tension in this captivating tale.

      The Lies He Told
      2,0
    • No Simple Death

      • 308pages
      • 11 heures de lecture

      How can you find someone who doesn’t want to be found? When Detective Garda Sergeant Mike West is called to investigate a murder in a Dublin graveyard, suspicion immediately falls on a local woman, Edel Johnson, whose husband disappeared some months before. But then she disappears. Evidence leads West to a small village in Cornwall, but when he checks in to an Inn, he finds Edel has arrived before him. Her explanation seems to make sense but as West begins to think his suspicions of her are unfounded, she disappears again. Is she guilty? West, fighting an unsuitable attraction, doesn't want to believe it. But the case against her is growing. Back in Dublin, his team uncover evidence of blackmail and illegal drugs involving Edel’s missing husband. When another man is murdered, she, once again, comes under suspicion. Finally, the case is untangled, but is it the outcome West really wants? No Simple Death is a murder mystery with a touch of romance, set in the Dublin suburbs. It will appeal to fans of authors such as Peter James, LJ Ross and Ruth Rendall. **** This book was previously published under the title That One May Smile ****

      No Simple Death
      3,8
    • The Lawyer

      • 240pages
      • 9 heures de lecture

      In this gripping psychological thriller, the protagonist faces the haunting return of someone from their past, threatening to unravel their carefully built future. As secrets emerge and tensions rise, the story delves into themes of betrayal and the impact of unresolved history. The narrative promises suspense and unexpected twists, keeping readers on the edge of their seats as they navigate the complexities of trust and revenge.

      The Lawyer
      3,0