AustLit

'Brutality, deaths, unusual circumstances and unexpected twists, will keep the readers fully enthralled, due to its shocking details, fast pace, violence and sex. This is a suspenseful and relentless thriller, incorporating, macabre murders and anarchy. Caitlin, working as a journalist finds her human boundaries will be severed and duly tested, due to being a target of a vicious and sinister plot, after losing a brother to terrorism. Striving to prevent encroachment of terrorism upon her family, unusual alliances will be built, in order to seek revenge and save innocent lives. A traumatic destiny lies ahead, where terrorists make the rules, leaving police investigations with unsolved crimes and few clues, of Caitlin's secret, coupled with the heart break of a community. Gun runners, wanting a piece of her as the violence escalates, Caitlin will have to confront evil head-on. When faced with a radical crisis; tenacity, nerves of steel and a strong gut instinct is a vital necessity, in order to survive. The frightening question remains, how far Caitlin can be pushed, until she becomes dysfunctional and finally loses control.......... This engrossing saga, depicting cruelty and treachery, also finds Caitlin embroiled in a truly remarkable love affair with a Marcus Garofoli, but Marcus's life as he knew it, comes to a shattering end. Is everything what it appears to be, remembering, violent crimes often have roots hidden in their past. Marcus had struggled to maintain their emotional ties amongst the triumphs and disasters, but nothing could prepare Marcus, for the breathtaking truth......... Meanwhile, Dr. Valerie Marsden, unbeknown to Caitlin was living on the opposite side of the world, struggling with her troubled and tragic past. Their separate journeys are stretching from the streets of Belfast, to cities in Australia, both, with one common denominator. The mysterious, Kathleen O'Brien. Begging the question, who is this enigma and how is the fabric of her very existence, woven throughout these stranger's lives?' (Publication summary)

'Discover how human survival is threatened by insurmountable tribulations, creating an extraordinary thought provoking story, which will resonate within your heart forever... The Bitter Sweet Series continues with Bitter Sweet Encounters, providing another chilling and inspiring story of unparalleled bravery and immense love in the face of tragedy. Innocent lives are affected by terrorism, due to the violent people they meet. Kath is thrown into a whirlwind of turmoil, by revisiting Northern Ireland to find out if her daughter Margaret is dead or alive... The reign of terror never ceases during this explosive, fast paced, thriller. Mutilated corpses were buried on rundown building sites in the past, meaning, life threatening decisions must be made hastily. Carnage take place due to the endless succession of lies and deceit as the intensity deepens, requiring strength, in the face of mind numbing senseless murders, carried out by remorseless terrorists. Private battles of love takes place, leaving people's hearts torn and twisted, filled with bitterness and hate, when more senseless appalling crimes take place. Confronted by her most challenging investigative reporting ever, Rachel depicts... how majestic the human spirit can be. An emotional personal and provocative roller coaster, filled with intrigue and prolific terrorism, which is riveting to the very last page. Due to wretched circumstances, this heart pounding drama relentlessly leaves in its wake... a mother who is damaged and tormented. A mother, whose traumatic life will be shattered forever...' (Publication summary)