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Always the First to Die

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Always the First to Die by R.J. Jacobs is a gripping crime thriller that delves into the world of suspense and mystery. It follows a character who finds themselves entwined in a perilous situation where past and present collide. The story navigates a series of unexpected twists and turns, challenging the protagonist to confront their deepest fears while trying to stay one step ahead of danger.
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This gripping read may appeal to those who enjoy psychological thrillers with a vivid setting and intricate plot twists. If you're intrigued by atmospheric tension, character-driven narratives, and suspenseful storytelling that keeps you guessing, this book could be a thrilling addition to your collection.

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Always the First to Die

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The Guest List with a 90s slasher edge that begs the question—who will survive when your most famous horror movie comes to life?

For fans of Riley Sager with a classic slasher twist, Always the First to Die follows a former horror movie actress as she returns to the set of her most iconic film, only to find that the strange circumstances begin to resemble the plot of her most famous film.

After her husband's death, Lexi has refused to return to the Pinecrest Estate on the Florida Keys, too many hard memories on that strip of land. Memories of meeting her husband on the set of an iconic horror movie, of being cast as an extra, of watching herself get killed on screen. And of scoffing at the rumours of the Pinecrest Estate "curse," until she witnessed a cast member die that very summer. But when her daughter sneaks away to visit her grandfather, legendary horror movie director Rick Plummer, Lexi is forced to face her past. That's when a Category Four hurricane changes course, and hits the southern coast.

Unable to get through to her daughter, Lexi drives to the Keys in the wake of the storm. What she finds is an island without cell service, without power, and with limited police presence. A desolate bit of land, with only a few remaining behind—the horror director, the starlet once cast as the final girl, the young teenager searching for clues of her father, the mother determined to get off the island, and...the person picking them off one-by-one.

Soon enough Lexi's life begins to resemble Rick's most famous horror film, and she must risk her life to save her daughter before someone, or something, destroys them all.

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Reviews praise Always the First to Die by R.J. Jacobs as a gripping and fast-paced thriller, reminiscent of classic horror film tropes. The book is lauded for its emotional depth and intricate storytelling, blending suspense with elements of family drama. The atmospheric setting in the Florida Keys, coupled with the exploration of fear and horror cinema, adds to the novel's intensity, making it a compelling read for fans of the genre.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781728254074

Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 13 September 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Sourcebooks Landmark

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 19.0mm

Width: 138.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 243g

Pages: 304

About the Author

R.J. JACOBS has practiced as a psychologist since 2003. He maintains a private practice in Nashville, and h's the author of And Then You Were Gone and Somewhere in the Dark. Find out more at rjjacobsauthor.com.

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