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thrillers with heart
'The author...clearly understands the value of sympathetic characters and the thrill of narrow escapes.' Publishers Weekly
What readers are saying about
TARGET IN SIGHT
"Hester's latest novel doesn't leave the reader wanting." Goodreads review
"'Stay-up-all-night' is no understatement!" Goodreads review
"Love the mystery, suspense and heart that is woven through this tale." Goodreads review
They know who she is
They know what she saw
They'll never stop searching
A gripping witness-on-the-run thriller set in the heart of Tasmania.
After witnessing a brutal murder, Aliese Coleson goes on the run with her disabled son. In a remote cabin deep in Tasmanian countryside the world feels safe once again. Until a stranger shows up at her door and she learns it's not just the killers who are hunting her.
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LYING IN WAIT is available in print as part of a three-book bind-up together with novels by Australian authors Sarah Barrie and TJ Hamilton
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Praise for Diane's books
Short-listed for the 2014 U.S. Daphne du Maurier Awards
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‘Hester keeps the reader guessing right until the end. A terrific first novel from an author we’ll no doubt see more of.’ Sophia Whitfield, Culture Street
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'. . . a big-hearted, engaging thriller.' Goodreads review
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‘Gripping and intense, the fast-paced plot rocketed along, keeping me on the edge of my seat.’ Goodreads review
‘Loved it!!! With plenty of action and suspense, and two awesome, feisty female protagonists . . . I thoroughly recommend this book . . .' Goodreads review
’Surprised me with the ending; thought I had it all figure out. Boy was I wrong!’
Goodreads review
'Hester knows how to pull her readers in with tension, a fast-paced story and wonderful characters.' Goodreads review
'Unbelievable tension. My heart is still pounding.' Netgalley review
'Suspense filled with refreshing characters. . . . a must read.' Netgalley
'Could not put it down. Had me guessing to the very last chapter.' Netgalley
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