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Hidden Pictures

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Hidden Pictures by Jason Rekulak unfolds a chilling mystery involving a nanny who discovers unsettling drawings from the young boy she is watching over. These drawings becomes increasingly disturbing, revealing a hidden narrative of past traumas and a potential link to a local unsolved crime. As she delves deeper, she finds herself caught in a web of secrets that challenge her perceptions of reality.
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You might enjoy this book if you love a gripping blend of suspense and intrigue, with a plot that unfolds through mysterious illustrations and hidden secrets. The story weaves together elements of crime, thrills, and a hint of the supernatural, making it a compelling read for fans of tightly-woven mysteries.

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Hidden Pictures

The unforgettable debut thriller from Jason Rekulak with a twist you simply will not see coming... guaranteed to keep readers up at night.

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"I read Hidden Pictures and loved it. The surprises really surprise, and it has that hard-to-achieve propulsiveness that won't let you put it down. And the pictures are terrific!" Stephen King

Mallory is delighted to have a new job looking after gorgeous four-year-old, Teddy. She's been sober for a year and a half, and she's sure her new nannying role in the affluent suburbs will help keep her on the straight and narrow.

That is until Teddy starts to draw disturbing pictures of his imaginary friend, Anya. It is quite clear to Mallory and to Teddy's parents, even in his crude childlike style, that the woman Teddy is drawing in his pictures is dead.

Teddy's crayons are confiscated, and his paper locked away. But the drawings somehow keep coming, telling a frightening story of a woman murdered... and they're getting more sophisticated. But if Teddy isn't drawing the pictures anymore, who is? And what are they trying to tell Mallory about her new home?

"Whip-smart, creepy as hell, and masterfully plotted, Hidden Pictures is the best new thriller I've read in years. Destined to be a classic of the genre." Ransom Riggs, bestselling author of Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children

What readers are saying about Hidden Pictures:

'Creepy'

'Intense'

'Thrilling'

'I would never have guessed the ending!'

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Hidden Pictures has been praised as a propulsive and gripping thriller with surprising twists and engaging characters. Critics highlight its mix of ghost story elements with social commentary, providing both creepiness and genuine suspense. The narrative is said to deliver a memorable and thrilling experience, with visual elements enhancing the storytelling.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780751583700

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 June 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Sphere

Illustration: B/W illustrations integrated throughout.

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Will Staehle
  • Illustrated by Doogie Horner

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 38.0mm

Width: 126.0mm

Height: 194.0mm

Weight: 275g

Pages: 400

About the Author

Jason Rekulak is an Edgar-nominated author. His first thriller, Hidden Pictures, was an Amazon.com Thriller of the Year, a Goodreads Choice winner, and has been optioned for Netflix. Jason lives in Philadelphia with his family.

You can follow him on Facebook @planetrekulak or Instagram @jasonrekulak.

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