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The Collector

By Nora Roberts
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The Collector by Nora Roberts follows Lila Emerson, a professional house sitter and writer, who accidentally witnesses a murder from her window. Teaming up with artist Ashton Archer, whose brother was killed, Lila delves into a web of mystery and intrigue that draws them into a dangerous pursuit involving a hidden past and a priceless artefact. The story intricately blends romance, suspense, and the pursuit of truth.
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If you're drawn to thrilling narratives filled with romance and mystery, you might enjoy this book. It weaves together a gripping tale of crime and intrigue, keeping you engaged with engaging characters and unexpected twists. Fans of suspenseful storytelling and well-crafted emotional arcs will find this an enticing read.

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The UK Top Ten bestseller - a gripping novel of murder, drama . . . and love. From the legendary Nora Roberts

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A thrilling novel of crime and passion from Nora Roberts - the world's greatest storyteller.

Lila Emerson is fascinated by other people's lives. As a house-sitter, she loves looking after the glamorous homes she could never afford herself. And as a writer, she enjoys dreaming up stories for the people she sees from her window. But then one day she witnesses something only too real - the shocking murder of a young woman living across the street in New York. Now Lila is in mortal danger from an audacious, single-minded assassin who kills for profit and for pleasure.

With the police following a false lead, Lila's only hope is to team up with Ashton Archer, an artist with his own complicated reasons for getting involved. Lila wants to trust the passionate, quick-witted Ash - but is she letting her feelings blind her to his motives? Either way, she will never watch from the sidelines again...

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The Collector by Nora Roberts is widely praised for its compelling mix of romance and suspense, featuring complex characters and a gripping plot. Reviewers highlight Roberts' ability to intertwine intricate relationships with thrilling mystery elements. The engaging narrative keeps readers invested, and the well-crafted storytelling appeals to fans of both genres.

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ISBN: 9780749959326

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 21 May 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Piatkus Books

Illustration: none

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 41.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 344g

Pages: 496

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Nora Roberts is the number one New York Times bestseller of more than 200 novels. With over 500 million copies of her books in print, she is indisputably one of the most celebrated and popular writers in the world. She is both a Sunday Times bestseller in the UK and a number one bestseller in Australia.

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