The Last Encore

Name: The Last Encore
Brand: Penguin Random House Distribution
SKU: 9781035914326
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By Rebecca Heath

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Don't miss the latest gripping thriller from INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER Rebecca Heath! Pitch perfect! Jo Furniss, author of All the Little Children A REMOTE ISLAND It’s been eighteen years since the accidental explosion that killed The Cedrics Band lead singer, Jonny Rake, and a special documentary is... Read More

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Don't miss the latest gripping thriller from INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER Rebecca Heath!

Pitch perfect! Jo Furniss, author of All the Little Children

A REMOTE ISLAND

It’s been eighteen years since the accidental explosion that killed The Cedrics Band lead singer, Jonny Rake, and a special documentary is bringing the rest of the band back to play together for the first time. With Jonny’s daughter, Monet, stepping into her father’s role, and a private island secured as the perfect reunion backdrop, it’s set to be a special occasion.

A REUNION CONCERT

But everyone remembers what happened on that fatal night differently, and as questions are asked about the band’s rise and sudden tragic fall, not everyone likes the answers. Old wounds reopen and tempers flare… Then a body is found.

A KILLER ON STAGE

They’re trapped on the island together until help arrives, but that might be too late. Because Jonny’s death wasn’t an accident, and someone wants revenge.

Praise for Rebecca Heath

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781035914326

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 22 January 2026

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Head of Zeus -- an Aries Book

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 384

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About the Author

Rebecca Heath studied science at university, worked in hospitality and teaching, but she always carved out time to write. She lives in Adelaide, Australia, halfway between the city and the sea with her husband, three children and a much-loved border collie. Her debut adult novel, The Summer Party, was released in 2023 by Head of Zeus, followed by The Dinner Party in 2024 and The Wedding Party in 2025. This is her fourth adult novel.

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