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The Confession

an addictive psychological thriller with twists you won't see coming
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The Confession by Jo Spain is a gripping crime thriller that begins with a shocking scene: a man brutally attacks a stranger in his home, then confesses to the crime. As the investigation unfolds, we delve into the intertwined stories of the victim, the perpetrator, and the detective piecing it all together, unearthing a web of guilt, lies, and fractured relationships. This taut narrative keeps readers questioning motives and seeking the truth behind the violent act.
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This gripping crime and thriller novel might appeal to you if you enjoy unexpected twists and a riveting narrative. It explores themes like guilt and redemption through an intricate plot that keeps you guessing right until the end. If you are a fan of psychological drama with complex character dynamics, this story is likely to captivate you.

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The Confession

The breath-taking debut psychological thriller from the international bestselling author of The Perfect Lie and Dirty Little Secrets

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SOMETIMES THE TRUTH IS NOT ALL IT SEEMS...

SOMETIMES A CONFESSION IS JUST THE BEGINNING...

NOW A NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER

'Brilliant' - BA Paris, author of Behind Closed Doors and The Breakdown

'Chilling' - Sunday Times

'Enthralling' - JP Delaney, author of The Girl Before

'Compulsive' - Sunday Mirror

'Addictive' - Michelle Frances, author of The Girlfriend

Late one night a man walks into the luxurious home of disgraced banker Harry McNamara and his wife Julie. The man launches an unspeakably brutal attack on Harry as a horror-struck Julie watches, frozen by fear. It looks like Harry's many sins - corruption, greed, betrayal - have finally caught up with him.

An hour later the intruder, JP Carney, hands himself in, confessing to the assault. The police have a victim, a suspect in custody and an eyewitness account, but Julie remains troubled.

Has Carney's surrender really been driven by a guilty conscience or is this confession the first calculated move in a deadly game?

THE MOST GRIPPING PSYCHOLOGICAL THRILLER OF 2018: PERFECT FOR FANS OF THEN SHE WAS GONE AND THE GOOD DAUGHTER.

'Brutal' - Fiona Cummins, author of Rattle

'Gripping' - Best

'Jaw-dropping' - Chris Whitaker, author of Tall Oaks

'Vivid' - Irish Times

'Fabulous' - Amanda Jennings, author of In Her Wake

'A contender for the most arresting opening paragraph of the year' - Sunday Express

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The Confession by Jo Spain is receiving praise for its clever and fast-paced storytelling, with reviewers highlighting its refreshing and twist-laden plot. The book's dark, witty style, combined with its punchy and energetic narrative, offers readers a gripping experience with a brilliantly crafted mystery. Additionally, it skilfully portrays a vivid picture of its characters and setting, providing a compelling examination of the Celtic Tiger years.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781786488374

Publisher: Quercus Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 August 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Quercus Publishing

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 298g

Pages: 432

About the Author

JO SPAIN is a full-time writer and screenwriter. Her first novel, With Our Blessing, was a finalist in the Richard and Judy Search for a Bestseller competition and she's become a regular Top Ten Irish bestseller with her subsequent eleven novels. Jo co-writes and produces the internationally acclaimed Harry Wild TV series and is currently working on several TV productions, including the adaptation of her own Detective Tom Reynolds series. Jo and her family live in Dublin.

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