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Kate Pepper

    January 1, 1959

    This author discovered her calling to write at a young age when her English teacher recognized her talent after a short story assignment. Her body of work spans both literary novels and suspenseful thrillers, with each book exploring new facets of her craft. She delves into unusual scenarios and the human psyche with an imaginative and engaging style.

    The 12th Victim
    You Are Next
    Next Time You See Me
    Dead Rich
    Flight Path
    The Colours of the Dance
    • Covers the moment in history when the English Government was trying to introduce a form of Irish self-rule that would unite the whole country. Set in late nineteenth century Ireland, this is a fresh and original story told by ten-year-old narrator, Brede.

      The Colours of the Dance
      4.0
    • Flight Path

      • 336 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      Sophie and Miles have a long marriage, twin daughters, a close-knit circle of friends and a happy home, until an accusation of inappropriate sexual conduct with a pupil blows everything apart.

      Flight Path
      3.6
    • Dead Rich

      • 352 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      The rich play by their own rules... Former New York City homicide detective Karin Schaeffer should be enjoying a family holiday in Sardinia. But she and her husband, Mac, arrive on the island to find their children and nanny missing. A Karin Schaeffer Novel

      Dead Rich
      3.8
    • Next Time You See Me

      • 320 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      After believing she had conquered darkness, Karin Schaeffer discovers that evil has resurfaced, presenting new challenges and threats. As she navigates this renewed struggle, she must confront her past and the lingering shadows that haunt her. The story delves into themes of resilience and the ongoing battle against malevolence, showcasing Karin's determination to protect what she holds dear while facing the complexities of her own journey.

      Next Time You See Me
      3.8
    • You Are Next

      • 320 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      In a gripping tale of betrayal and obsession, a character who has already taken everything from others returns, leaving a trail of devastation in his wake. The narrative explores themes of greed, revenge, and the consequences of one’s actions, as those affected must confront their past and decide how to respond to his relentless pursuit. As tensions rise, the story delves into the complexities of human relationships and the lengths one will go to reclaim what was lost.

      You Are Next
      3.8
    • The 12th Victim

      • 337 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      The police call him... the working girl killer.It is the signature of the `Working Girl Killer' - a serial killer who has terrorised New York City for the last three years. The police are clueless but when Karin's best friend becomes the lead investigator, she finds herself drawn into the investigation as a consulting detective.

      The 12th Victim
      3.8
    • Five Days in Summer

      • 304 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      Before the long drive home from vacation, Emily Parker made a quick run to the grocery store...and disappeared. But as her husband and a retired FBI profiler scour the Cape for her, Emily's thoughts are not on her own safety. Kept helpless in a madman's lair, she watches him prepare a five-day countdown that will bring him to his real victim-her seven-year-old son...

      Five Days in Summer
      3.5
    • Here She Lies

      • 306 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      When she becomes the victim of identity theft, Annie Milliken, living with her twin sister Julie after discovering her husband's infidelity, discovers the true scale of the crime when Julie disappears, along with Annie's baby daughter. Original.

      Here She Lies
      3.4
    • Invisible Woman

      • 272 pages
      • 10 hours of reading

      A dangerous secret between estranged friends resurfaces, unraveling a long marriage with severe repercussions. Joni Ackerman, a former pioneering filmmaker, grapples with her past choices as she navigates a new life in Brooklyn, where her husband’s career is on the rise. Amidst a scandal in the film industry, she confronts old resentments and the sacrifices made for family. Influenced by Patricia Highsmith's works, Joni's reality and fantasy begin to blur, leading to a gripping exploration of friendship, marriage, and motherhood.

      Invisible Woman
      3.4
    • Seven Minutes to Noon

      • 324 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      Alice Halpern waits for her best friend, Lauren, at a Brooklyn playground. But when Lauren doesn't show up, Alice's life turns into a nightmare. As the police search for the pregnant Lauren, Alice, herself pregnant with twins, realizes she's being followed. Original. (Ficiton - Espionage/Thriller)

      Seven Minutes to Noon
      3.3