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Karen King

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Karen King is an Amazon international bestselling author of psychological suspense and women's fiction.

Her 9th psychological suspense novel, The Foster Child, will be published in October 2026 by Bookouture and her fourth 'golden years' novel, Old Gals on a Mission, will be published by Boldwood in November 2026. This will be her 19th woman's fiction novel.

Karen has also had 120 children’s books, two young adult novels, and several short stories for women’s magazines published. Her early writing career was spent working on various teenage and children's magazines.

Her suspense novels The Mother in Law, The Perfect Stepmother and The Stranger in my Bed and her women's fiction novels, The Old Gals' Bucket List, The Runaway Wives and The Corni
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Average rating: 4.10 · 29,563 ratings · 2,443 reviews · 147 distinct works • Similar authors
The Runaway Wives

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The Old Gals' Bucket List

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The Mother-in-Law

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Growing Old Disgracefully

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The Stranger in My Bed

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The Perfect Stepmother

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The Family Reunion

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The Cornish Hotel by the Sea

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The Year of Starting Over

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Christmas Read – Secrets of a Winter Escape by Sue Moorcroft

For the next few weeks I’m going to feature some gorgeous festive reads, and what better book to start the blog with than Secrets of a Winter Escape by Sunday Times bestselling author, Sue Moorcroft. Grab a cuppa, get cosy and let’s find out a bit more about the book, and talk to Sue about her festive plans.

For the next few weeks I'm going to feature some gorgeous festive reads, and what better to start the blog with than Secrets of a Winter Escape by Sunday Times bestselling author, Sue Moorcroft. Grab a cuppa, get cosy and let's find out a bit more about the book, and talk to Sue about her festive plans.

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A lovely festive read with plenty of laughs, romance, secrets and spice set in gorgeous Scotland. Lacey bursts into Scott’s life bringing kindness, fun and much needed assistance just when Scott needs help to keep his beloved hotel. The chemistry bet ...more
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Cinnamon, hot chocolate and festive treats mixed with secrets and misunderstandings and a big dollop of heartwarming friendships make this a delightful Christmas read. I liked Elodie as soon as I met her and Bramblewood sounds the perfect place to sp ...more
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I read this with a big smile on my face which remained there right until the end. Loved Francie and how she coped with whatever life threw her way and finally learnt to love herself and spread her wings. A feel good uplifting story about love, friend ...more
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Sue has excelled herself in this gorgeous gem of a read. I’ve read and loved the previous book of the three half-sisters who had never met until they were left an equal share in an Italian Pensione in Lake Como by their late grandmother, so couldn’t ...more
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This is such a funny and endearing read. I really enjoyed reading Helen's journey and watching her grow and spread her wings. i felt very invested in the story and the blossoming relationship between her and Sam. The description of beautiful Cyprus b ...more
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“I noticed the look of astonishment pass between Evelyn and Tamara and couldn't resist throwing them a triumphant look. The meek mouse they thought they were dealing with had grown sharp teeth. And she would use them if she had to”
― Karen King, The Mother-in-Law

“I didn't wait to hear any more. I hurried up the stairs to our rooms, closing the door firmly behind me. Leaning back against it, I took some deep breaths to calm myself down. My heart was racing as if I was under threat. And that was how I felt. An ominous sense of foreboding shivered through me. I wanted to grab my bags and run”
― Karen King, The Mother-in-Law

“The past doesn't matter. Our life starts from now”
― Karen King, The Mother-in-Law

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