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In The Lighthouse by Fran Dorricott, a group of old friends gather at a remote lighthouse for a supposed reunion that quickly turns tense. As a storm cuts them off from the outside world, unsettling events unfold, revealing hidden secrets and mistrust among the friends. A gripping tale of suspense and mystery, the novel explores the dark complexities of friendship and betrayal.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this gripping crime and thriller novel if you appreciate tales of mystery set against atmospheric backdrops. The story weaves suspense with complex character relationships, drawing you into a world where uncovering secrets becomes an exhilarating journey. Fans of intense psychological intrigue will likely find it captivating.

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The Lighthouse

A spooky rollercoaster of a book. Lots of twists and turns – I loved it’ Simon McCleave ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

No one expected them to go there. The question is: will any of them leave?

The new claustrophobic psychological fiction thriller with a heart thudding twist you don’t want to miss in 2023

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‘A spooky rollercoaster of a book. Lots of twists and turns – I loved it’ – Simon McCleave ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

No one expected them to go there. The question is: will any of them leave?

Six friends travel to a remote island north of the Scottish Highlands for an old school reunion. They’ve rented The Lighthouse – a stunning, now abandoned building that was once notorious for deaths at sea.

On the first evening, someone goes missing. The group search all through the night to no avail. But when the five remaining friends return to the lighthouse early the next morning, they are shocked to find James inside. He looks terrified – but won’t say a word about where he’s been.

The party vow to put the strange night behind them and enjoy the rest of their stay, but when more unexplained things begin to occur, tensions escalate. It’s clear James knows something, but nothing will persuade him to give up the secrets of the island. Is he protecting his friends from a terrible truth, or leading them into more danger?

A chilling and powerfully atmospheric suspense novel with a gothic edge, perfect for fans of The Hunting Party and The Sanatorium.

Readers have been ensnared by The Lighthouse

‘Such a strong sense of place…vivid and atmospheric’ – CAROLINE CORCORAN

Charming, old-fashioned and eerily atmospheric’ – DAILY MAIL

So creepy it kept me awake!’ – Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Claustrophobic and eerie – it kept me guessing!’ – NELL PATTISON

‘Wonderfully atmospheric, slow creeping menace, with a chilling edge’ – Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Creepy, tense and so, so atmospheric’ – ANDREA MARA

‘Twisty, creepy, impossible to put down – your head will spin’ – Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘A claustrophobic atmosphere, mounting suspense and twists and turns that will keep you hooked’ – VICKI BRADLEY

‘So many what ifs, twists and turns and nail-biting suspense’ – Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘A brilliant page-turner’ – CLOSER

‘Doesn’t let you go until the unexpected conclusion – a 5 star read’ – Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Reviews describe The Lighthouse by Fran Dorricott as a gripping thriller with a spooky atmosphere and a strong sense of place. Readers praise its intriguing characters, complex storylines, and numerous twists and turns that keep the suspense alive. The book’s eerie, Gothic storytelling makes it a captivating page-turner.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008449339

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 February 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: AVON, a division of HarperCollins Publishers Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 260g

Pages: 368

About the Author

Fran Dorricott is an author based in Derby, where she lives with her family, two cats, and three dogs (one of whom weighs more than she does). She holds a degree in American Literature with Creative Writing from the University of East Anglia and an MA with distinction in Creative Writing from City University London. Fran is also a bookseller working in the Derby branch of Waterstones, which is secretly just a way for her to fuel her ridiculous book-buying addiction.

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