The Stranger

Name: The Stranger
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781405922609
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A gripping story of secrets and lies for fans of The Beekeeper's Promise

By Kate Riordan

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Summary

The Stranger by Kate Riordan is a gripping crime thriller that unfolds as Alice, a young woman, arrives at the bleak yet beautiful resort town of Penzance in 1940. Amidst the shadow of World War II, she becomes entangled with a circle of women drawn together by secrets and intentions that may turn sinister. As tensions rise, mysteries from the past intertwine with present dangers, leading to unforeseen consequences that keep the reader on edge.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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Dive into a gripping tale set against the backdrop of war-torn Britain, where mysteries unravel at a remote and enigmatic guesthouse in Cornwall. You might enjoy this book if you have a taste for atmospheric crime thrillers filled with dark secrets and complex characters. Perfect for those who appreciate suspense intertwined with historical intrigue.

The Stranger

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Reminiscent of Atonement and Sadie Jones's The Uninvited Guests, Kate Riordan tells a devastating story of a house of secrets where everyone is guilty of something.

1940, Cornwall, England.

Penhallow Hall shelters a handful of Land Girls, sent to the coast to avoid the horrors of London's Blitz. But the beautiful, arrogant Diana Devlin, impatient with the sleepy village and its placid residents, can't resist the temptation to stir up long-buried secrets.

When a young woman's body is found lying broken on the shore, the promised safety of the Hall is shattered. Was it simply a tragic accident, or did mischief end in murder?

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Reviews highlight The Stranger as a beautifully written, atmospheric novel with intriguing characters and a vivid Cornwall setting reminiscent of Daphne du Maurier. It is praised for its rich storytelling, compelling tension, and surprising twists, making it an engrossing and unputdownable read. The narrative's blend of mystery, tension, and romance keeps readers captivated, with a satisfying and clever conclusion that resonates long after finishing.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781405922609

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 August 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 255g

Pages: 368

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Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction Historical Romance Kate Riordan Penguin Books Romance

About the Author

Kate Riordan is a writer and journalist. She is an avid reader of Daphne du Maurier and Agatha Christie, both of whom have influenced her writing. She lives in the Cotswolds, where she writes full-time. Her previous novels include The Girl In The Photograph, The Shadow Hour, The Stranger and The Heatwave, which was a Richard and Judy Book Club pick. Summer Fever is her fifth novel.