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The Lying Room
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THE NEW ADDICTIVE THRILLER FROM THE MASTER OF PSYCHOLOGICAL SUSPENSE
‘Expertly paced, psychologically sharp, thoroughly enjoyable' Louise Candlish
‘Meticulously plotted, psychologically astute’ Sarah Vaughan
'Confirms Nicci French as the giant of the genre' Erin Kelly
‘A pure adrenaline rush’ Jenny Colgan
Neve Connolly looks down at a murdered man.
She doesn't call the police.
‘You know, it’s funny,’ Detective Inspector Hitching said. ‘Whoever I see, they keep saying, talk to Neve Connolly, she’ll know. She’s the one people talk to, she’s the one people confide in.’
A trusted colleague and friend.
A mother.
A wife.
Neve Connolly is all these things.
She has also made mistakes.
One that is now spiralling out of control.
Bringing those around her into immense danger.
A liar.
A cheat.
A threat.
Neve Connolly is all these things.
Could she be a murderer?
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The Lying Room by Nicci French is highly praised for its expert suspense and psychological depth. Readers commend it for its gripping narrative and clever plotting, likening it to a perfect example of the psychological thriller genre. The chilling premise and intense pacing make it a standout, demonstrating the author's mastery in crafting thrilling and intricate stories.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781471179266
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 09 July 2020
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Simon & Schuster Ltd
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 27.0mm
Width: 130.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 250g
Pages: 448
About the Author
Nicci French is the pseudonym for the writing partnership of journalists Nicci Gerrard and Sean French. The couple are married and live in London and Suffolk.
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