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The Truants

By Kate Weinberg
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The Truants by Kate Weinberg is a gripping novel centred around Jess Walker, an introspective student who becomes captivated by her fascinating professor, Dr Lorna Clay. As Jess is drawn into a close-knit group of friends, she navigates secrets and betrayal while exploring themes of obsession, loyalty, and self-discovery at a university filled with intrigue. The narrative intertwines complex relationships and mysteries, creating an atmospheric and thought-provoking read.
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You might enjoy this captivating read if you're intrigued by mysteries and character-driven narratives. The story blends themes of obsession, betrayal, and friendship, set against the backdrop of university life and an enigmatic professor whose influence proves irresistible. Fans of psychological intrigue will find the exploration of hidden motives particularly engaging.

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'In the vein of Agatha Christie herself. Startling' - Irish Times

'Magical in every way ... One of the best novels I’ve ever read’ - Fearne Cotton

'As much a coming-of-age tale as a murder mystery ... An impressive debut' - The Times

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AN OBSERVER, i AND NEW YORK TIMES BOOK OF THE YEAR

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During the first year of university, a group of friends discover the cost of an extraordinary life in this captivating debut about obsession, rivalry and coming of age

Jess Walker, middle child of a middle class family, has perfected the art of vanishing in plain sight. But when she arrives at a concrete university campus under flat, grey, East Anglian skies, her world flares with colour.

Drawn into a tightly-knit group of rule breakers – led by their maverick teacher, Lorna Clay – Jess begins to experiment with a new version of herself. But the dynamic between the friends begins to darken as they share secrets, lovers and finally a tragedy. Soon Jess is thrown up against the question she fears most: what is the true cost of an extraordinary life?

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'Hypnotic . . . An uncommonly clever whodunnit' - New York Times Book Review

'Deftly plotted with vivid, compelling characters' - Jojo Moyes

'One of the standout books of the summer' - Stylist

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Kate Weinberg's debut novel is praised for its gripping blend of coming-of-age and murder mystery, drawing comparisons to works by Agatha Christie and Donna Tartt. Critics highlight its deft characterisation, intricate plot twists, and suspenseful narrative set in a university setting. It’s described as a compelling read that intertwines themes of love, obsession, and identity while keeping readers intrigued until the very end.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781526600134

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 June 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 352

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About the Author

Kate Weinberg was born and lives in London. She studied English at Oxford and creative writing in East Anglia. She has worked as a slush pile reader, a bookshop assistant, a journalist and a ghost writer. The Truants is her first novel.

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