The latest novel from a bestselling author promises a tightly-plotted, twist-filled narrative that challenges readers with moral dilemmas. Renowned for her gripping storytelling, McAllister weaves a tale that is both thrilling and emotionally resonant, showcasing her ability to deliver unexpected reveals and intricate plots. Celebrated by various literary figures, the book is anticipated to captivate fans of the genre and solidify her status as a leading voice in contemporary thrillers.
'Starts with an impossible, irresistible premise - a woman who vanishes into
thin air - and takes the reader on a thrilling journey of blind alleys and
audacious twists. This is McAllister at the height of her powers' Erin
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AUTHOROLIVIA:22 years old.No history of running away.Last seen on CCTV,
entering a dead-end alley.And not coming back out again.Missing for one day
and counting . . .Julia is the detective heading up the case.She knows what to
expect. A desperate family, a ticking clock, and long hours away from her
daughter.But Julia has no idea how close to home it's going to get.Because her
family's safety depends on one thing: Julia must NOT find out what happened to
Olivia - and must frame somebody else for her murder . . .What would you
do?PRAISE FOR GILLIAN MCALLISTER'Perfection, every word, every moment. One of
the best books I've ever read' LISA JEWELL'Ingenious. A book to blow your mind
and break your heart' ERIN KELLY'Brilliantly plotted, perfectly paced . . .
Genius. Simply genius' ADELE PARKS'I am totally in awe. This is one story I
will not forget' HEIDI PERKS'Genre-bending and totally original. A tour de
force!' CLAIRE DOUGLAS'This is bravura novel-writing' IAN
RANKIN'Extraordinary' HARRIET TYCE
De l'auteure à succès Gillian McAllister, un thriller psychologique saisissant et plein de rebondissements sur une mère qui est témoin de son fils adolescent poignardant un homme et qui s'engage dans une manière peu conventionnelle pour tenter de le sauver. Fin octobre. Après minuit. Vous attendez votre fils de dix-sept ans. Il est en retard. En regardant par la fenêtre, vous le voyez émerger, et vous réalisez qu'il n'est pas seul : il marche vers un homme, armé. Vous n'arrivez pas à croire ce que vous voyez : votre fils adolescent, drôle et heureux, tue un inconnu, juste là, dans la rue devant chez vous. Vous ne savez pas qui. Vous ne savez pas pourquoi. Vous savez seulement que votre fils est maintenant en garde à vue. Son avenir est brisé. Cette nuit-là, vous vous endormez dans le désespoir. Tout est perdu. Jusqu'à ce que vous vous réveilliez... et que ce soit hier. Puis vous vous réveillez à nouveau... et c'est avant-hier. Chaque matin, vous vous réveillez un jour plus tôt, une autre chance d'arrêter le meurtre. Quelque part dans le passé se cache une réponse. Le déclencheur de ce crime — et vous n'avez d'autre choix que de le trouver.
What would you do to protect your family? ANYTHING. During a family holiday in
Italy, you get an urgent call from your sister. There's been an accident: she
hit a man with her car and he's dead. She's overcome with terror - fearing
years in a foreign jail away from her child. She asks for your help. It wasn't
her fault, not really. She'd cover for you, so will you do the same for her?
But when the police come calling, the lies start. And you each begin to doubt
your trust in one another.
"Lauren and her daughter, Zara, are missing. Her husband will stop at nothing to find them. He knows they're in danger. But the police know exactly where they are. They're just not saying. Zara spoke out against a terrible crime - and now the police have mother and daughter under protection. New names, new identities, far from those they love. And those who hunt them. Tired, broken and alone Lauren is determined to protect her daughter at all costs. But little does she know that Zara is hiding a secret that could change everything . . ."--Provided by publisher
The novel explores the intense relationship between two sisters, highlighting their deep connection as it faces a harrowing challenge. When one sister is accused of a grave crime, their bond is put to the ultimate test, forcing them to confront loyalty, trust, and the lengths they will go to protect each other. The story delves into themes of family, betrayal, and the complexities of love in the face of adversity.
THE GRIPPING NEW PSYCHOLOGICAL THRILLER FROM THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER 'Absolutely unputdownable' Erin Kelly, bestselling author of He Said/She Said __________ It's the day Izzy's father will be released from jail. She has every reason to feel conflicted - he's the man who gave her a childhood filled with happy memories. But he has also just served seventeen years for the murder of her mother. Now, Izzy's father sends her a letter. He wants to talk, to defend himself against each piece of evidence from his trial. But should she give him the benefit of the doubt? Or is her father guilty as charged, and luring her into a trap? __________ 'This sharp, super-readable thriller stands out thanks to its taut plot and characters you really care about' Sun 'Both grips and thrills. Her best yet!' Lucy Clarke 'Suspenseful and heartfelt, with a superb ending' Claire Douglas 'Haunting, compelling, and all too possibly true' Jane Corry 'Heart-pounding, emotionally enriching, thrilling' Holly Seddon 'The characters are as compelling and complex as the action. It's a brilliant psychological thriller' Amy Lloyd 'Flawless plotting and gripping from the first page to the last' Jill Mansell
Joanna is an avoider. So far she has spent her adult life hiding bank statements and changing career aspirations weekly. But then one night Joanna hears footsteps on the way home. Is she being followed? She is sure it's him; the man from the bar who wouldn't leave her alone. Hearing the steps speed up Joanna turns and pushes with all of her might, sending her pursuer tumbling down the steps and lying motionless on the floor. Now Joanna has to do the thing she hates most - make a decision. Fight or flight? Truth or lie? Right or wrong?
It all started with the email. It came through to her boyfriend's iPad in the middle of the night. Rachel didn't even mean to look. She loves Jack, and she's pregnant with their child. She trusts him. But now she's seen it, she can't undo that moment, or the chain of events it has set in motion. Why has Jack been lying about his past? Just what exactly is he hiding? And doesn't Rachel have a right to know the truth at any cost?
