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In Shelter by Catherine Jinks, a woman named Meg takes in a mother and her two young children, who are fleeing a dangerous and abusive situation. Tension builds as Meg discovers that her guests may not be as they appear, and danger from the past starts to creep into her secluded life. The novel weaves psychological suspense throughout, exploring themes of trust, fear, and the complexities of human relationships.
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You might enjoy this gripping novel if you're intrigued by psychological suspense and complex characters. This story delves into themes of protection and betrayal while maintaining a tense atmosphere that keeps you guessing right until the end. The compelling narrative is sure to captivate anyone who appreciates a mix of intrigue and emotional depth.

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Shelter

The 'masterful' rural thriller by acclaimed writer Catherine Jinks, now available in a smaller format

A spine-tingling psychological thriller where everything is not as it seems, from one of Australia's best writers of suspense.

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A spine-tingling psychological thriller where everything is not as it seems, from one of Australia's best writers of suspense.

Meg lives alone—a little place in the bush outside town. A perfect place to hide. That's one of the reasons she offers to shelter Nerine, who's escaping a violent ex. The other is that Meg knows what it's like to live with an abusive partner.

Nerine is jumpy and her two little girls are frightened. It tells Meg all she needs to know about where they've come from, and she's not all that surprised when Nerine asks her to get hold of a gun. But she knows it's unnecessary. They're safe now.

Then she starts to wonder about some little things. A disturbed flyscreen. A tune playing on her windchimes. Has Nerine's ex tracked them down? Has Meg's husband turned up to torment her some more?

By the time she finds out, it'll be too late to do anything but run for her life.

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Catherine Jinks’s Shelter is lauded as a tense and engrossing thriller that skilfully examines themes such as gaslighting and generational abuse. Praised for masterful storytelling, Jinks adeptly manages plot and character dynamics, while maintaining a balance of suspense and terror throughout. The novel is noted for its distinctive plot and style, with a keen eye for compelling imagery. Additionally, the exploration of themes like trust among women enduring similar traumas adds depth to this unsettling yet assured narrative.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781922330468

Publisher: Text Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 January 2021

Country: Australia

Imprint: The Text Publishing Company

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 232.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 288

About the Author

Catherine Jinks' books for adults, young adults and children have been published in a dozen countries and have won numerous awards, including a Victorian Premier's Literary Award and the CBCA Book of the Year Award (four times). She lives in the Blue Mountains.

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