Debbie Mcgowan Bücher

Three years after his partner's death, Detective Chief Inspector Gray Fisher has finally made the break from the police. With a new place to live, a new job and his PhD underway, Gray welcomes the friendship of Will Richards, an investment banker with hidden depths and a farmhouse menagerie of rescue animals. Gray's not looking for love, and he's certainly not interested in becoming involved in police work again...until former colleague Rob Simpson-Stone tracks him down to ask for his help with a case. So begins Gray and Rob's new business partnership. For Rob Simpson-Stone, the career change may have come too late to rescue his marriage, but his relationship with his son is back on track. Rob's grown-up nieces might be a taller order, but he's prepared to do whatever it takes to prove they no longer need to worry that one day he won't come home. As events unfold, Gray's past recklessness catches up with him and Rob both, putting those they hold close in danger and forcing them to forge reluctant alliances in a bid to take down one Anders Folden-a psychopathic hitman Rob put away while working undercover. Folden won't stop until he's completed his mission-to fulfil a contract or end a personal vendetta? Either way, Gray and Rob need to find him before he finds them.

London: December, 1981. A White Christmas is on the cards, but as the temperature drops, the pressure on Arty mounts. He

Mysterious happenings are mounting up for Josh, Sean and their estranged alumni. Josh Sandison-Morley was born a sceptic. Why else would he insist there's no such thing as ghosts when he's eliminated every plausible explanation for the noises in his former therapy rooms? Sean Tierney's having some 'performance issues'. His GP says there's no physical reason: his blood pressure is under control, and he's stayed off the booze, ergo it's all in his head. In the circumstances, being a palliative clinical psychologist isn't proving (self-)helpful. Despite two decades of friendship and their grand plans to open a private psychotherapy centre, neither man confides in the other. That is, until news reaches them both, via different avenues, that their experiences are but part of a bizarre cluster of unexplained phenomena, for which there is only one common denominator. Whether real or the product of overwrought imaginations, Josh, Sean and their alumni must lay to rest the spectre of a once-beloved friend...or admit defeat and crawl back under the safe, weighty stones of the jobs and relationships they've left behind.

When his music fills your heart,note by note, beat by beat,and your harmonies entwine,effortless, complete.That’s how you’ll know you’ve foundthe perfect tenor.A cosy festive romance set in the world of Hiding Behind The Couch.

Publication for circulation to members of Convocation, an antecedent organisation of the Alumni Association.

Josh and George have always shared the special bond of friendship. From days in primary school, to holidays spent riding their bikes along the canal, theirs is a promise to remain best friends forever.But can that promise withstand the trials of adolescence, and the changes in their feelings towards each other?NOTE: this is a fully stand-alone story, but it contains significant spoilers for anyone reading the Hiding Behind The Couch series, and should be read after The Harder They Fall (season three).* * *A story from Love Unlocked - a collection of seven short stories and novellas - unique LGBTQ romances inspired by the Love Lock Bridge.

Struggling with an abusive relationship, Ade Simmons finds solace in his work as a radio producer and the order of checklists. His life takes a pivotal turn when he meets Kris Johansson, a kind and passionate actor who stars in one of Ade's plays. As their mutual attraction grows, Ade faces a crucial choice: remain with Fergus, his oppressive ex-boyfriend, or embrace a new life with Kris, who offers acceptance and love. The story explores Ade's journey toward empowerment and the challenge of breaking free from his past.

Exploring the innocence of childhood, this narrative delves into the formative years of primary school children as they navigate the complexities of friendship and budding romance. The story reveals how these early experiences shape their identities and lay the groundwork for the close-knit group known as The Circle, highlighting the significance of these relationships in their lives.

Set in an ancient castle during a murder-mystery weekend, the story unfolds as Josh's romantic plans with George take a dark turn when a guest is found dead. Despite his reservations about getting involved in dangerous situations, Josh is drawn to the mystery and decides to use his skills to uncover the truth. This novella offers a deeper look into the characters from the Hiding Behind The Couch series, positioned between two key installments, providing fans with an engaging blend of suspense and personal growth.

The story explores the competitive world of baking, where rivalries heat up as passionate bakers vie for the top spot. Amidst the flour and frosting, personal relationships and hidden agendas complicate the quest for culinary supremacy. As friendships are tested and secrets revealed, the characters must navigate their ambitions while learning that not everything is fair in the kitchen. Themes of love, rivalry, and the pursuit of perfection intertwine, creating a delightful mix of tension and humor.