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The Close

Series: Maeve Kerrigan
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In The Close by Jane Casey, Detective Maeve Kerrigan finds herself drawn into a seemingly peaceful suburban neighbourhood, where beneath the surface lies a web of secrets and deceptions. As she investigates, Maeve unravels the truth behind suspicious deaths and the intertwined lives of the residents, revealing that danger lurks even in the most ordinary of places. This gripping crime thriller delves deep into the complexities of human relationships and the dark secrets that can hide in plain sight.
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The Close

‘If you haven’t read Jane Casey, start immediately’ Marian Keyes, the Sunday Times No.1 Bestseller

*Don’t miss the newest Maeve Kerrigan and Josh Derwent thriller – THE STRANGER IN THE FAMILY – out now!*

The exciting new detective crime thriller you won’t be able to put down!

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If you haven’t read Jane Casey, start immediately’ - Marian Keyes, the Sunday Times No.1 Bestseller

Don’t miss the newest Maeve Kerrigan and Josh Derwent thriller – THE STRANGER IN THE FAMILY – out now!

A Times best crime book of the year

Suburban bliss

The new neighbours seem just right for Jellicoe Close, a pretty street filled with perfect houses and happy families.

Sinister secrets

But one neat front door hides a ruthless criminal – and the new neighbours aren’t what they seem to be either. DS Maeve Kerrigan and DI Josh Derwent are undercover, posing as a couple to investigate a deadly conspiracy.

Murderous deception

As they try to gather the evidence they need, they have no idea of the true threat they face – because someone in Jellicoe Close has murder on their mind…

What people are saying about The Close:

‘A full-blooded triple-decker mystery… The Close is Jane Casey at her very best’

The Times

‘A deliciously bingeable read’

Ruth Ware

‘Another cracker from Jane Casey’

Cara Hunter

‘Thrums with the tension of a classic crime thriller’

Sarah Hilary

‘The most dangerously addictive series in crime fiction’

Erin Kelly

The Close is Jane’s best Maeve Kerrigan novel yet. Absolutely brilliant!’

Liz Nugent

‘A brilliant example of nothing being as it seems’

Harriet Tyce

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The Close by Jane Casey is praised for its intriguing and exciting plot, described as a full-blooded mystery with rich character development and a deeply suspenseful atmosphere. Reviewers highlight the palpable tension and compelling dynamics between characters, particularly enjoying the blend of mystery and personal interactions. The book is noted for being intensely bingeable and addictive, featuring expert storytelling with a finely crafted plot that keeps readers guessing.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008405014

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 17 August 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 280g

Pages: 432

About the Author

Jane Casey has written ten crime novels for adults and three for teenagers. A former editor, she is married to a criminal barrister who ensures her writing is realistic and as accurate as possible. This authenticity has made her novels international bestsellers and critical successes. The Maeve Kerrigan series has been nominated for many awards: in 2015 Jane won the Mary Higgins Clark Award for The Stranger You Know and Irish Crime Novel of the Year for After the Fire. In 2019, Cruel Acts was chosen as Irish Crime Novel of the Year at the Irish Book Awards. It was a Sunday Times bestseller. Born in Dublin, Jane now lives in southwest London with her husband and two children.

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