You can’t run from the truth…

Cassie McNamara was found guilty of the murder of her husband, Paul Cavellini, but she has always protested her innocence. Upon her release, she hires local journalist, Dee Doran, to prove she was wrongfully convicted.

Cassie and Paul’s young daughter, Grace, was adopted by Paul’s family. When eighteen-year-old Grace goes missing and her body is found, all eyes turn to Cassie as the prime suspect in her daughter’s death. Then, Cassie, just like Grace, disappears.

Left behind to investigate, Dee must work to find the truth behind Grace and Paul's deaths, because someone is keeping secrets. They’ve killed before, they’ll do it again if they have to.

A gripping crime thriller you won't be able to put down, perfect for fans of Alex Marwood and Fiona Barton.

When the plane crashed, 160 people perished. Now someone is killing off the survivors.

Five years ago, a horrific airline disaster made headlines around the world. On the anniversary of the fatal crash, a number of those who were spared gather to mark the occasion. By morning, Nick Gilbert, a celebrity chef and one of the party, lies dead. Detective Rachel Lewis leads the investigation and within days another survivor is stabbed to death. It seems certain that a killer is targeting the lucky eight.

Clodagh Kinsella recovered from the injuries she sustained in the crash, but lost her sister that day. The bereavement shared by Clodagh and her sister’s husband led them to a romance of their own. Yet lately, Clodagh knows something isn’t right. As the noose tightens on the group and Rachel comes across more questions than answers, it’s only a matter of time before Clodagh will have to face the consequences of a mistake she made before the plane went down…

A tense and gripping crime thriller, perfect for fans of Lesley Kara and Mari Hannah.

Praise for The Lucky Eight

‘The Lucky Eight is a deep-dive look into grief, survival and the complexities of the bonds that bind us. A rollicking good read.' Arlene Hunt, author of Last to Die

'A great read, a tight and twisty plot that drags you along at a rate of knots. I will definitely read more from this author!' NetGalley review ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

'I loved this book and left me guessing till the end' NetGalley review ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

‘Such an excellent thriller that I found addictive… The story was full of suspense. The characters were interesting and likeable. I seriously had a hard time putting this book down!’ NetGalley review ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

'I loved this book’ NetGalley review ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

‘Kept you guessing right until the end.... didn't put it down’ NetGalley review ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

The truth can’t stay buried forever…

Emer Doran’s life was torn apart when her sister, Kitty, drowned. Her body was never recovered. Twenty years later, Emer sees a woman who is the image of Kitty. In that brief moment, Emer is convinced – her sister is alive.

Dee Doran jumps at the chance to get to know her long-lost cousin when Emer calls asking to meet. But it is not the happy family reunion Dee had expected. Emer is desperate for Dee’s help to find out what really happened to Kitty.

As Dee works to uncover the truth, one thing becomes clear: there is a tangled web of lies that date back many years. And those with the answers are determined to keep their secrets at any cost.

A tense and gripping crime thriller perfect for fans of Alex Marwood and Fiona Barton.

Praise for Before You Were Gone

'Family intrigues, unreliable narrators and murder all come together in this enjoyable book. I highly recommend it.' Lorraine Mace, author of Love Me Tender

'A literary masterpiece... This is my first read by Bugler and I’ve just added her to my auto-buy list. What an amazing nail-biting, roller coaster ride.' NetGalley review ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

'Sheila Bugler's novels get better and better... The tension builds to a fabulous denouement. I can't recommend this book highly enough.' NetGalley review ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

'Amazing story with so many twists... Absolutely gripping from start to finish!' NetGalley review ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

'Wow wow wow! This book gripped me from the first page and never let go!' NetGalley review ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

'This book was full of twists and turns. I couldn't put it down!' NetGalley review ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

'Fast paced, full of twists and turns and a satisfying ending' NetGalley review ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

Secrets can be fatal. But so can the truth.

When the murdered body of Lauren Shaw is discovered laid out on the altar of St Mary the Virgin church in Eastbourne it sends a chill to the core of those who have lived in the area for a long time. They remember another woman, also young and pretty, whose slain corpse was placed in the same spot 60 years ago.

Dee Doran is as intrigued as the rest but focused on her investigation of the whereabouts of a missing person from the Polish community. The police weren’t interested but Dee’s journalistic instincts tell her something is amiss.

But as she starts asking questions Dee finds the answers all point to the same conclusion - someone is keeping secrets and they will do whatever it takes to keep them safe.

A chilling and gripping crime thriller that fans of Fiona Barton and Alex Marwood will love.

What readers are saying about When the Dead Speak

‘Sheila Bugler presents a straight-forward plot that is highly intriguing & full of well-rounded characters, sprinkled with several red herrings & lots of clever twists & turns. Reminiscent of Agatha Christie at her innovative peak, this is the best crime novel I’ve read in 2020.’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘This was an amazing book. I loved how it unravelled from Emma’s diary pages, and the investigating of the murders… I was on the edge of my seat.’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘I finished reading this at 2am because I couldn’t put it down. Anyone who likes a good crime story will absolutely love this.’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Brilliant, the storyline and characters just kept me wanting to read page after page…’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘I need the next book in the series now!!’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

A life has been taken. But whose life is it?

On a stifling hot day, former journalist Dee Doran finds the crumpled body of her friend at the roadside. Katie and her little boy, Jake, have been a light in Dee’s otherwise desolate life – now a woman is dead and a child is missing.

Katie has been keeping secrets for a long time. Years earlier, she fell for the wrong person. But he was in love with someone else; who he couldn’t have but couldn’t keep away from. When jealousy and desire spilled over into murder Katie hid the truth, and has been pretending ever since.

As Dee assists the police with their enquiries she’s compelled to investigate too. She realises Katie wasn’t who she claimed to be. Lies are catching up. Stories are unravelling. Revenge is demanded and someone must pay the price. The question is: who?

Don’t miss this explosive crime thriller perfect for fans for Alex Marwood and Fiona Barton.

Praise for I Could Be You

'Propulsive action and stirring plot twists abound in this compelling thriller... one of those books you’ll read in one sitting. Thoroughly entertaining!' Wendy Walker, Sunday Times Bestselling author of The Night Before

'A beautifully written and atmospheric page-turner that is also a totally absorbing read... I loved it.' Abbie Frost, author of The Guesthouse

'A brilliant read - twisted, cleverly plotted and one hell of a page-turner.' M J Lee, author of Where the Truth Lies

'Even the most attentive reader would find difficulty in guessing what the end of the novel would be ... owing to the author's considerable narrative skill.' Arnold Taylor, Crime Review

'I Could Be You is a fascinating, explosive and compulsive read' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'A twisted tale but hugely entertaining . A really good ending, and I look forward to reading more from this author.' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'A very well written thriller. I enjoyed every minute of this book.' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'I loved this book and couldn’t wait to read another chapter which then led to another... I look forward to reading more books by this author as this one had the perfect mix of suspense, murder and crime solving.' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Eine der neuen Star-Autorinnen der Irischen Literatur, die die Fans von Nicci French oder Sophie Hannah begeistern wird! Für ihren Thriller mit der Londoner Star-Ermittlerin Detective Inspector Ellen Kelly wird die Autorin Sheila Bugler bereits in eine Reihe mit Val McDermid gestellt. Die toughe Ermittlerin aus London, Ellen Kelly, wird in die privaten Abgründe einer Familie hineingezogen und bekommt es mit Hass, Selbstsucht und Mord zu tun.
Im Mittelpunkt des Thrillers mit dem atmosphärischen Setting steht die Familie Gleeson, in deren Nachbarschaft - im Londoner Stadtteil Blackheath - die Leiche eines jungen Mannes gefunden wird. Schnell stellt sich heraus, dass der Tote Freya Gleesons Freund war. Da Freyas Mutter ihn angeblich hasste und ihr Vater seinen Tod lediglich als schlechte Publicity für sein Geschäft betrachtet, steht jedes Familien-Mitglied plötzlich unter Verdacht – nicht zuletzt, weil keiner der Gleesons ein Alibi hat. Ungewollt dringt DI Kelly immer tiefer in die familiären Geheimnisse ein – bis ein weiterer Mord geschieht, der den Fall in einem neuen Licht erscheinen lässt. Oder ist auch das nur Fassade?
"Ein Meisterstück" Ken Bruen
"Kälteherz packt dich … und lässt dich bis zur letzten Seite nicht mehr los. Klassische Krimi-Lektüre." K.Perry (Autor von "Bittere Lügen")
"Sheila Bugler hat immer noch eine Überraschung in petto. Bis zum bitteren Ende" crimereview.co.uk
Weitere Thriller mit der Londoner Star-Ermittlerin DI Ellen Kelly:
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Charlotte Gleeson is living the life she always dreamed of, but it's nothing like she imagined. Her daughter hates her, her husband is having an affair, her drinking is out of control. And now she’s the prime suspect in a murder investigation …

For DI Ellen Kelly, this is her first big investigation in eight months – since she let a serial killer get away. There’s an awful lot riding on a good result, which means keeping up the pressure on Charlotte Gleeson and her messed-up family.

As Ellen investigates, it becomes clear the Gleesons are harbouring some dangerous secrets. The more she digs, the more she uncovers … and the closer she comes to a deadly confrontation.

All Things Nice is the third in the Ellen Kelly series of crime novels.

DI Ellen Kelly is struggling through some difficult changes in her life. Her boss has left, replaced by a more unpredictable DCI. Her career seems to be stalling – again. And her feelings for Jim O’Dwyer feel like they’re spiralling out of her normally tight control.

Distraction can be very dangerous.

Someone is out there, stalking the weak, bringing misery and fear, and it’s Ellen’s job to stop it. Could it be that this time, for the first time, Ellen is the one trapped in the web?

About Hunting Shadows:

"Marks the entrance of a major new talent. Sheila Bugler delivers a chilling psychological twister of a novel, laced with homespun horrors, a compelling central character in DI Ellen Kelly and a strong contemporary resonance. Fans of Nicci French and Sophie Hannah, prick up your ears." Cathi Unsworth

'a tour de force... Imagine a collaboration between Ann Tyler and AM Homes' Ken Bruen

Lee, southeast London. A young girl has disappeared. There are no witnesses, no leads, no clues. The police are tracking a shadow, and time is running out …

DI Ellen Kelly is at the top of her game – at least she was, until she took the law into her own hands and confronted her husband’s killer. Now she’s back at work, leading the investigation into the missing child. Her superiors are watching her; the distraught family is depending on her.

Ellen has a lot to prove. And she knows it.

A tense thriller that stalks the urban streets of southeast London and the bleak wilderness of the North Kent coast, Hunting Shadows introduces the forceful, compromised police detective, DI Ellen Kelly.