A Flicker in the Dark

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A Flicker in the Dark by Stacy Willingham follows psychologist Chloe Davis, who is haunted by the trauma of her teenage years when her father was arrested for a series of local murders. Now, as an adult, a chillingly similar crime wave begins, forcing Chloe to confront her past and untangle a web of secrets and deception that threatens her present. This gripping crime thriller delves into themes of memory, trust, and the haunting persistence of unresolved fears.
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to suspenseful tales filled with unexpected twists. Following a gripping storyline about a psychologist confronted with unsettling events from her past, it keeps readers on edge as dark secrets are unearthed. Ideal for fans who appreciate psychological thrillers with a blend of mystery and tension.

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A Flicker in the Dark

She thought the murders had stopped. She was wrong.

The New York Times bestselling debut psychological serial killer thriller with a shocking twist that will keep you up all night in 2022

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She thought the murders had stopped. She was wrong.

The instant New York Times bestseller and a Sunday Times Thriller of the Year, soon to be a major TV series, developed by Emma Stone.

‘Very few debuts are as insightful, cunningly plotted and well written as this.’ The Sunday Times Best Thrillers of 2022

‘I couldn’t put this one down’ Prima

‘This was dark! Edge of your seat stuff… incredibly atmospheric and tricky.’ Platinum

‘A smart, edge-of-your-seat story with plot twists you’ll never see coming.’ Karin Slaughter, Sunday Times No. 1 Bestselling Author

Chloe Davis’ father is a serial killer.
He was convicted and jailed when she was twelve, but the bodies of the girls were never found, seemingly lost in the surrounding Louisiana swamps. The case became notorious and Chloe’s family was destroyed.

His crimes stalk her like a shadow.
Now Chloe has rebuilt her life. She’s a respected psychologist in Baton Rouge and has a loving fiancé. But she just can’t shake a tick-tick-tick of paranoia that, at any moment, it might all come crashing down.

As does something darker.
It is the anniversary of her father’s crimes, and Chloe is about to see her worst fears come true – a girl she knows goes missing.

The nightmare has started again…

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The novel is highly praised for its intelligent and evocative narrative that masterfully balances lush Southern Gothic elements with psychological suspense. Reviewers commend its brilliant, twisty plot and compelling character study, highlighting its ability to keep readers on edge. The gripping debut is lauded for its vivid atmosphere and engrossing mystery, establishing Stacy Willingham as a notable new voice in crime and thriller fiction.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008454487

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 September 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 290g

Pages: 384

About the Author

Stacy Willingham worked as a copywriter and brand strategist for various marketing agencies before deciding to write fiction full time. She earned her BA in Magazine Journalism from the University of Georgia and MFA in Writing from the Savannah College of Art & Design. Her debut novel, A Flicker in the Dark, is optioned for film and television by Oscar-winning actor Emma Stone and entertainment company A24. She currently lives in Charleston, South Carolina, with her husband, Britt, and her Labradoodle, Mako.

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