Andreina Cordani

The brand new Christmas murder mystery from the author of The Twelve Days of Murder Perfect for fans of Agatha Christie Alexandra Benedict and Janice Hallett s The Christmas Appeal Christmas shopping can be murder It s Christmas Eve at the Emporium a bespoke gift shop hidden in the depths of London s winding streets where a select few shoppers are browsing its handcrafted delights But when they go to leave they find the doors are locked and it isn t long before they realise this is no innocent mix up The shoppers have been trapped here by someone who knows their darkest secrets who will stop at nothing until they have all been unwrapped and there is a gruesome gift waiting in Santa s grotto For those that survive the night it will be a Christmas to remember

People can't bring themselves to say what happened to her. They just describe her as 'the girl who... you know...'. But nobody really knows, no one sees the real Leah.Leah is the perfect survivor. She was seven years old when she saw her mother and sister killed by a troubled gang member. Her case hit the headlines and her bravery made her a national sweetheart: strong, courageous and forgiving.But Leah is hiding a secret about their deaths. And now, ten years later, all she can think of is revenge.When Leah's dad meets a new partner, stepsister Ellie moves in. Sensing Leah isn't quite the sweet girl she pretends to be, Ellie discovers that Leah has a plan, one she has been putting together ever since that fateful day. Now that the killer - and the only one who knows the truth - is being released from prison, time is running out for Ellie to discover how far Leah will go to silence her anger...

Lucky to be rich. Lucky to be famous. Lucky to be alive.I loved Dead Lucky. It was gripping, refreshing and wonderfully told: Andreina is brilliant at misdirection, so I had no idea what was ahead . . . I hugely recommend this book to anyone who likes a twisty thriller Emily Barr, author of The One Memory of Flora Banks An electrifying murder mystery brimming with intrigue, twists and unforgettable characters. Clear your schedule - you wont be able to stop reading Kat Ellis, author of Wicked Little Deeds and Harrow LakeDead Lucky is a glitzy thriller and I felt every high, every low and every pressure. Perfect for fans of Gossip Girl and Karen M. McManusNaomi Gibson, author of Every Line of You -------------------------------------------------Ed, Maxine, Leni, Xav.They are the influencers, the lucky ones. Gifted, gilded people who have everything - fame, respect, adulation, more freebies than they can ever unbox. Their lives, loves and feuds are shared with millions of fans on the streaming platform PlayMii, and they are living the dream.But its broken Eds heart.Its crushing Maxine.Its destroying Lenis friendships.And its gone to Xavs head.Then, a masked figure walks into Xavs apartment and murders him on camera.As the world reels with shock, Maxine discovers Xav was sitting on a file of secrets about his fellow creators - career-destroying secrets that theyd do anything to keep hidden. And if she doesnt find the file, she could be next . . .-------------------------------------------------A fascinating look into the world of influencers where things certainly arent as perfect as they seem. An excellent cast of believable characters and some jaw-dropping twists - a brilliant readCatherine Cooper, bestselling author of The ChaletDead Lucky is a thrilling mystery about an influencer who is murdered onscreen, and I absolutely loved it! Amy McCaw, author of Mina and the UndeadI havent been able to stop reading this wonderful book . . . It grabbed me from the first page and would not let me goSarah Ann Juckes, author of OutsideThe details of a life lived online [are] superbly done . . . Theres a thrilling feel of wish-fulfilment alongside the reminders of how fame isnt all its cracked up to be, a touch of glamour and glitter alongside the inner turmoil and external stressesIrish TimesWelcome to the cutthroat world of the influencers. Here, four gilded money-spinners are up to their ears in fame and freebies. Then one gets murdered on camera by a masked intruder and skeletons rattle in cupboardsPeterborough TelegraphI didnt see the Big Twist . . . I was shocked and delighted over how Cordani pulled it off . . . I think this would make a really interesting BBC Three/E4 thriller and fans of One Of Us Is Lying and We Were Liars might want to have this on their radar Pewter Wolf

LONGLISTED FOR THE BRANFORD BOASE AWARD 2022The girl who... survivedThe girl who... inspiresThe girl who... has something to hidePeople cant bring themselves to say what happened to her. They just describe her as the girl who... you know.... But nobody really knows, no one sees the real LeahLeah is the perfect survivor. She was seven years old when she saw her mother and sister killed by a troubled gang member. Her case hit the headlines and her bravery made her a national sweetheart: strong, courageous and forgiving.But Leah is hiding a secret about their deaths. And now, ten years later, all she can think of is revenge. When Leahs dad meets a new partner, stepsister Ellie moves in. Sensing Leah isnt quite the sweet girl she pretends to be, Ellie discovers that Leah has a plan, one she has been putting together ever since that fateful day. Now that the killer - and the only one who knows the truth - is being released from prison, time is running out for Ellie to discover how far Leah will go to silence her anger . . .

EL JUEGO DE ROL MÁS MORTAL DE ESTA NAVIDADUn grupo de amigos, una mascarada y un asesinato por resolverHace doce años, ocho amigos fundaron la Sociedad de la Mascarada Homicida, un grupo que se reunía para escenificar crimenes espeluznantes y aterradores, pero todos ficticios. Sin embargo, durante su ultimo encuentro uno de los miembros desaparecio en extrañas circunstancias y nunca mas supieron de elHoy la Mascarada se viste de gala: los viejos amigos se reuniran en una nueva velada de tematica navideña en Escocia. A cada uno se le asignara una nueva identidad: lady Perdiz, el señor Dorado, el doctor Cisne El juego comienza y todo transcurre con normalidad hasta que, a la mañana siguiente, uno de ellos aparece ahorcado.Enseguida queda claro que ya no estan jugando y que la muerte les pisa los talones. La tension entre ellos sacara a relucir sus secretos mas oscuros, incluidos los que tuvieron lugar hace doce años. ¿Lograran sobrevivir o sera esta su ultima jugada?Un ritmo envidiable. Belfast TelegraphInteligente, estimulante y entretenido. Good HousekeepingEl regalo perfecto para los detectives de sillon. LoveReadingUna lectura perfecta para pasar miedo estas fiestas. Kirkus Reviews

EL JUEGO DE ROL MÇS MORTAL DE ESTA NAVIDADUn grupo de amigos, una mascarada y un asesinato por resolverHace doce años, ocho amigos fundaron la Sociedad de la Mascarada Homicida, un grupo que se reunía para escenificar crimenes espeluznantes y aterradores, pero todos ficticios. Sin embargo, durante su ultimo encuentro uno de los miembros desaparecio en extrañas circunstancias y nunca mas supieron de el,Hoy la Mascarada se viste de gala: los viejos amigos se reuniran en una nueva velada de tematica navideña en Escocia. A cada uno se le asignara una nueva identidad: lady Perdiz, el señor Dorado, el doctor Cisne, El juego comienza y todo transcurre con normalidad hasta que, a la mañana siguiente, uno de ellos aparece ahorcado.Enseguida queda claro que ya no estan jugando y que la muerte les pisa los talones. La tension entre ellos sacara a relucir sus secretos mas oscuros, incluidos los que tuvieron lugar hace doce años. ¿Lograran sobrevivir o sera esta su ultima jugada?"Un ritmo envidiable." Belfast Telegraph"Inteligente, estimulante y entretenido." Good Housekeeping"El regalo perfecto para los detectives de sillon." LoveReading"Una lectura perfecta para pasar miedo estas fiestas." Ki

Find the truth Solve the murder Never reveal your secret Twelve years ago eight friends ran an exclusive group at university The Murder Masquerade Society The mysteries they solved may have been grisly but they were always fictional until their final Christmas Masquerade when one of the group disappeared never to be seen again Now the remaining members of the group receive an invitation to a reunion masquerade to be held in a beautiful and remote country house in Scotland When they arrive they are each assigned a new identity themed around the Twelve Days of Christmas they become Lady Partridge or Mr Gold Lord Leapworth or Doctor Swan The game begins and it feels just like old times Until the next morning when Lady Partridge is found hanging from a pear tree