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Known for weaving suspenseful tales that keep readers on the edge of their seats, Gillian Roberts has mastered the art of blending mystery with relatable, often humorous, character experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTwo standout titles in her collection include \"\u003cem\u003eTime and Trouble\u003c\/em\u003e\" and \"\u003cem\u003eWhatever Doesn't Kill You\u003c\/em\u003e.\" These novels, categorized under General Fiction, offer a glimpse into her distinctive narrative style, where suspense and everyday dilemmas seamlessly intertwine to create compelling plots that resonate with readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a seasoned fan or new to her work, exploring Gillian Roberts' books is a delightful journey through captivating stories that reflect the complexities of life with wit and intelligence. 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The two are an unlikely and antagonistic pair—but both are about to learn that appearances, in and out of crime and investigation, can be dangerously deceiving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47344360063212,"sku":"9781592117116","price":46.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/af150a2bb0c71b6aefb5612084b17616.jpg?v=1772311521"},{"product_id":"whatever-doesnt-kill-you-by-gillian-roberts-9781592117109","title":"Whatever Doesn't Kill You","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhatever Doesn't Kill You\u003c\/em\u003e by Gillian Roberts is a gripping story of doubt, duty, and the price of conviction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBillie August is barely holding it together, but she’s the only one willing to see what others won’t. She’s juggling a rocky partnership, a troubled case, and a life on the edge—can Billie August find the truth before it’s too late?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSingle mother Billie August is frustrated with her boss and sleuthing mentor, the gruff, perpetually dissatisfied Emma Howe. So far, their relationship has been a personal and professional disaster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTo top it off, Billie seems like the only person in town who thinks mentally disabled Gavin Riddock—accused of killing his only friend—might not be guilty. But her inability to turn up any hard evidence could cost Gavin everything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNow, illness at home and dead ends at work have frayed Billie’s nerves. The last thing she needs is to come across Emma Howe on the warpath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMeanwhile, Emma’s search for one girl’s real mother is being foiled at every turn by the lies and misdirection of the girl’s foster mother. When new clues suggest the case may have something to do with Gavin Riddock, seasoned Emma will have to learn to trust her young assistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTogether, mentor and protégé must unravel the layers of posh Marin society to uncover the startling truth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47344364257516,"sku":"9781592117109","price":46.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/23705433482754.jpg?v=1772257088"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/gillian-roberts.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}