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The Mother

The relentlessly gripping, utterly unmissable Sunday Times bestselling thriller - guaranteed to keep you up all night
By T.M. Logan
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In The Mother by T.M. Logan, the protagonist returns home after serving time for a crime she insists she didn't commit. Driven by a need to clear her name and reclaim her life, she delves into a world of deception and danger. The story unfolds as she confronts past betrayals and uncovers unsettling truths, all while racing against adversaries determined to keep the truth hidden.
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This book may appeal to you if you love gripping crime thrillers filled with suspense and intense emotion. It features a complex and intriguing plot that keeps you on edge with unexpected twists and well-drawn characters. If you're captivated by stories involving themes of family, justice, and redemption, this book promises a thrilling read.

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The unmissable new thriller from the million-copy Sunday Times bestselling author, and master of the up-all-night thriller.

The unmissable new thriller from the million-copy Sunday Times bestselling author, and master of the up-all-night thriller.

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PRE-ORDER THE BRILLIANT NEW NOVEL FROM T.M. LOGAN, MASTER OF THE UP-ALL-NIGHT THRILLER Framed for murder. Now she's free . . .

A woman attends a funeral, standing in the shadows and watching in agony as her sons grieve. But she is unable to comfort them - or reveal her secret.

A decade earlier, Heather gets her children ready for bed and awaits the return of her husband Liam, little realising that this is the last night they will spend together as a family. Because tomorrow she will be accused of Liam's murder.

Ten years ago Heather lost everything. Now she will stop at nothing to clear her name - and to get her children back . . .

Praise for TM Logan's thrillers

'Taut and tension-packed' - BA Paris

'A gripping, unexpected thriller' - Adele Parks

'A thriller that goes to the very heart of what it means to be a family' - Gillian McCallister

'Addictive, unexpected, scary and compelling' - Jane Corry

'Anxiety on speed' - Linwood Barclay

'An addictive thriller with unexpected twists - will have you turning pages late into the night' - Karin Slaughter

'Heart-stoppingly tense. Logan captures the terror of every parent's worst nightmare and then turns the knife with plot twist after twist. A master of his craft' - Jo Spain

'Twisty and clever with a compelling sense of dread that had me flying through the pages' - KL Slater

'One of those books that grabs you from page 1. Brilliantly drawn characters. Breathless plotting. Outstanding all round' - Imran Mahmood

'Sharp, tautly plotted and dripping with dread. A tantalising, clever ride' - Phoebe Morgan

'Thriller of the year? This is the thriller of the decade' - My Weekly

'Everything you want from a thriller, and more' - Lesley Kara

'One of, if not the, best thriller novelist writing in the world today' - Deborah O' Connor

'Assured, compelling, and hypnotically readable - with a twist at the end I guarantee you won't see coming' - Lee Child

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The Mother by T.M. Logan is hailed for its superb plotting and adrenaline-fuelled pace, described as a propulsive thriller that keeps readers engaged until the last page. Reviewers praise its intricate plot, shifting loyalties, and the fierce, flawed protagonist, making it a heart-stopping read. The book is highlighted for its emotive writing and gripping narrative, with Logan's skill in creating suspenseful and engaging stories being a standout feature.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781804180846

Publisher: Bonnier Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 March 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Zaffre

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 500g

Pages: 400

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About the Author

T.M. Logan is a Sunday Times bestseller whose thrillers have sold more than 1 million copies in the UK and are published in 18 countries around the world. The Holiday was a Richard and Judy Book Club pick and will soon be a major TV drama. Formerly a national newspaper journalist, he now writes full time and lives in Nottinghamshire with his wife and two children. Follow him on Twitter @TMLoganAuthor

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