The Lost Girl by Rosie Goodwin

Esme is forced to live with her grandfather in Lincolnshire where she soon discovers the house isn't as empty as it first appeared. With her unusual gift of being able to see spirits, Esme begins to encounter the ghosts of young women who are trapped between this world and the next. Can Esme lay the ghosts to rest to save herself and find the life she deserves?

Summer at Green Valley Vineyard by Lucy Coleman

Linzi arrived at Green Valley Vineyard nine years ago but now Elliot Montgomery is taking over. As the summer unfolds, Elliot and Linzi find themselves in an uneasy alliance while old secrets threaten to be revealed. Could more be about to bloom here among the twisting vines than they ever thought possible?

The Other Mothers by Katherine Faulkner

Ex-journalist Tash is searching for new friends to help her navigate motherhood.  She see’s other mothers at playground and sees the women she wants to be.  Then one day they welcome her into their circle.  They seem to have everything.  But they also have their secrets.

Two Wars and a Wedding by Lauren Willig

1896: Betsy Hayes becomes a nurse in Greece which causes a rift with her oldest friend, Ava. 1898: When Betsy hears Ava is headed to Cuba she is determined to stop her by taking her place. Two Wars and a Wedding is the tale of two remarkable women striving to make their place in a man's world - an unforgettable saga of friendship, love, and fighting for what is right. 

The Fifth Witness by Michael Connelly

Book 4 in the Lincoln layer series.

Mickey Haller has fallen on tough times. He sees one of his clients accused of killing a banker and he puts his team into high gear to exonerate Lisa Trammel, even though the evidence and his own suspicions tell him his client is guilty. Soon after he learns that the victim had black market dealings of his own and he's certain he's on the right trail.

Whalefall by Daniel Kraus

Jay Gardiner wants to find the remains of his deceased father in the Pacific Ocean. The dive begins well enough, but he is soon drawn into a sperm whale's mouth. He quickly realizes he has only one hour before his oxygen tanks run out-one hour to defeat his demons and escape the belly of a whale.

[Ed: best cover of the year so far?]

The Burning Time by Peter Hanington

Book 4 in the William Carver series.

Clive Winner is an engineer who wants to save the planet. With the Paris Climate conference on the horizon, scientists in the same field as Winner begin to disappear in suspicious circumstances. Journalist William Carver’s instinct tells him there's a story. He must uncover that truth and this time it's buried deeper than ever.

The Cosy Cottage in Ireland by Julie Caplin

Book 8 in the Romantic escapes series.

Talented lawyer Hannah Campbell books herself a place at the world-renowned Killorgally Cookery School in County Kerry. But on her first night in Ireland, Hannah can't resist falling for the charms of handsome stranger Conor and soon discovers what happens in Dublin doesn't quite stay in Dublin...

Mother-Daughter Murder Night by Nina Simon

Lana Rubicon and her family find themselves in a sleepy coastal town when granddaughter Jack stumbles upon a dead body and becomes a suspect in the homicide investigation.  Soon the family find there are a web of lies, family vendettas, and land disputes in the community and the Rubicon women must learn to do the one thing they’ve always resisted: depend on each other.

Addicted After All by Krista Richie

Book 3 in the Addicted series.

Prepare for the worst, but hope for the best. That's what Lily Calloway and Loren Hale try to do when his father schedules an "important" meeting. The problem: after being swept into the public eye and battling their addictions, they're not sure what the worst is anymore. Lily and Lo stand side-by-side to fight, one last time, for their happily ever after.

The Woman at the Wheel by Penny Haw

Inspiring historical fiction based on the real life of Bertha Benz, whose husband built the first prototype automobile, which eventually evolved into the Mercedes-Benz marque. Like so many other women, Bertha lived largely in her husband's shadow, but her contributions are now celebrated in this inspiring story of perseverance, resilience, and love.

The House is on Fire by Rachel Beanland

Richmond, Virginia 1811. When the theater goes up in flames in the middle of the performance, four people make a series of split-second decisions that will not only affect their own lives but those of countless others. And in the days following the fire, the paths of these four people will become forever intertwined.

The Museum of Failures by Thrity Umrigar

Remy Wadia left India for the United States long ago, carrying his resentment of his mother with him. He has now returned to Bombay to adopt a baby--and to see his elderly mother for the first time in several years. When Remy finds an old photograph from his adoring late father, shocking long-held family secrets surface.

Star Bringer by Tracy Wolff

The sun is dying...and it's happening way too damn fast. With the clock ticking, the Nine Planets' only hope of survival rests on a space station and the alien artifact it's carrying but someone wants to blow that station up. Now every faction in the galaxy is hunting this ship. Apparently, the only thing standing between a dying sun and ultimate salvation is seven unlikely misfits...ahem, heroes.

One Puzzling Afternoon by Emma Critchley

It is 1951, and Edie Green befriends Lucky Theddle. Then Lucy goes missing. Now in 2018, Edie is eighty-four and still living in the same small town, when one afternoon she glimpses Lucy Theddle, still looking the same as she did at fifteen. Edie knows she's the key to finding Lucy. Time is running out and Edie must piece together the clues before Lucy is forgotten forever.

What Kind of Mother by Clay Chapman

Palm reader Madi Price meets Henry McCabe whose infant son, Skyler, went missing five years ago. Everyone in town is sure Skyler is dead. When Madi reads Henry's palm, she's haunted by strange and disturbing visions that suggest otherwise. As she follows the thread of these visions, Madi discovers a terrifying nightmare waiting at the centre of the labyrinth-and it's coming for everyone she holds dear.

Any Where You Run by Wanda M. Morris

After the murder of a white man in Jim Crow Mississippi, two Black sisters run away to different parts of the country...But can they escape the secrets they left behind? What they don't realize is that there's a man hot on their trails. This man has his own brand of dark secrets and a disturbing motive for finding the sisters that is unknown to everyone but him.

Mater 2-10 by Hwang Sok-yong

An epic tale that threads together a century of Korean history through the lives of three generations of railroad workers. Mater 2-10 vividly portrays the struggles of ordinary Koreans, starting from the Japanese colonial era, continuing through Liberation, and right up to the twenty-first century. 

When We Were Sisters by Fatimah Asghar

When We Were Sisters tenderly examines the bonds and fractures of sisterhood and the perils of being three Muslim American girls alone against the world, dealing with gender, siblinghood, family, and coming-of-age.

Wellness by Nathan Hill

When Jack and Elizabeth meet in the '90s, the two quickly join forces and hold on tight, each eager to claim a place in Chicago's thriving underground art scene with an appreciative kindred spirit. Fast-forward twenty years, Jack and Elizabeth struggle to recognize each other, and the no-longer-youthful dreamers are forced to face their demons, from unfulfilled career ambitions to painful childhood memories of their own dysfunctional families. 

A Queen of Thieves & Chaos by K. A. Tucker

Book 3 in the Fate and flame series.

The kingdom stands on the brink of chaos. Atticus' grip on the realm is faltering and, as threats arise ever closer to home, he is driven to increasingly desperate acts to hold onto power. But will it be enough to save the realm - or is their fate already sealed?

It's Over by John McBeth

Takes you through the highs and lows of John McBeth's life behind the microphone and in front of the camera. John McBeth was a leading New Zealand sports broadcaster for more than forty years and has filled this book with humour, memories of great days and tales of what went on behind the scenes. It's guaranteed to amuse and entertain.

Dry Climate Gardening by Noelle Johnson

Dry Climate Gardening shows gardeners in arid climates how to create a low-water landscape that's vibrant and colourful with lots of texture and interest.

Can Adventure Prevent Dementia? by Dr Helena Popovic

The sequel to In Search of My Father. An engaging journey through the diagnosis, treatment and ongoing challenges of a chameleonic disease. Despite the absence of effective medications, father and daughter are able to find meaning, joy and tremendous hope. Provides a guide to outwitting Alzheimer's and shows how education is more powerful than medication.

The Last Night on the Titanic by Veronica Hinke

Veronica Hinke's painstaking research and deft touch bring the Titanic's tragic but eternally glamorous maiden voyage back to life. In addition to stirring accounts of individual tragedy and survival, The Last Night on the Titanic offers tried-and-true recipes, newly invented styles, and classic cocktails to reproduce a glittering world of sophistication at sea.

Nordic Christmas Crochet by Heidi B. Johannesen

Capture the spirit of a cosy Nordic Christmas with eleven crocheted decorations to create. Ais a mix of classic and modern-style Christmas decorations. Full of beautiful photographs of the crocheted decorations in situ. Each project is accompanied by clear instructions, and templates and diagrams are also included to aid the reader in the creation of these exquisite embellishments, which include: stars, drums, pennants, birds, mistletoe and Christmas trees.

RHS Encyclopedia of Garden Design by Philip Clayton

Extensive design inspiration backed up with hard practical content. Turn ideas into reality with this 4th edition of the classic design bible. Whatever the size of your garden space, and whether starting with a blank canvas or renewing an existing garden, this in-depth manual offers fresh, achievable ideas. Produced to the Royal Horticultural Society gold standard by a team of award-winning garden designers, this book will guide you through every stage of the creative and practical process. 

Flawed Hero by Chris Masters

With a Victoria Cross and Medal for Gallantry, Ben Roberts-Smith was the most highly decorated Australian soldier, the best of the best. When he returned to civilian life, he became a poster boy for a nation hungry for warrior heroes. But as his public reputation continued to grow, inside the army rumours were circulating.

The One Thing You Need to Know by Marcus Chown

From gravity to black holes, special relativity to global warming, this authoritative and entertaining book from author Marcus Chown breaks down complex science into manageable chunks. Rather than trying to bend your mind around all the vast and confounding details of things such as gravitational waves, electricity and black holes, wouldn't it be easier to understand just one central concept from which everything else follows?

The Slow Traveller by Jo Tinsley

Full of evocative photographic naturescapes and expertly guided by veteran slow traveller, Jo Tinsley of Ernest magazine, this leisurely guide focuses on how to have a more meaningful, mindful travel experience. Inviting readers to stroll through the book at their own pace, this must-have book for any eco-adventurer teaches adventurers to trust their instincts, embrace the unexpected, and travel by the power of their own steam.

How to Find a Missing Girl by Victoria Wlosok

A year ago, Stella Blackthorn vanished without a trace. Devastated, her younger sister, Iris, launched her own investigation…A year later Iris's ex-girlfriend, Heather, also goes missing, just after dropping the polarizing last episode of her true crime podcast all about Iris's sister. This time, nothing will stop Iris but it's a race against the clock for Iris to solve the most dangerous case of her life.

Two Truths and a Lie by April Henry

When a troupe of theater students get stranded in a creepy old motel during a blizzard, they play a foreboding game of truth and lies that leads to real danger when a murderer is discovered in their midst…

A Prayer for Vengeance by Leanne Schwartz

Centuries after a miracle vanquished Tresttato's monsters and turned the soldiers fighting them to stone, Milo lovingly tends to the statues of those who protected the city. When his prayers admiring her heroic sacrifice accidentally free Gia from stone, she wakes with a fury to kill the man Milo owes his life to, claiming that the immortal holy leader is the same man who betrayed her and transformed her into a statue…