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Can You Keep a Secret?

By Karen Perry
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Can You Keep a Secret? by Karen Perry delves into the dark tensions of a close-knit group of individuals whose buried secrets begin to unravel, triggered by a resurfaced mystery from the past. This compelling crime thriller follows the characters as their intertwined relationships and hidden truths threaten to spiral out of control, keeping readers on edge as they navigate the intricate web of deception and suspense.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy delving into suspense-filled mysteries with gripping plots. It's perfect for readers who are drawn to stories of old secrets, friendships tested by time, and unexpected twists that keep you on the edge of your seat. With its rich character development and psychological depth, fans of crime and thriller genres will likely find it hard to put down.

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A reunion of old friends. A revelation of old secrets. And revenge. At any cost.

It's been twenty years since Lindsey has seen her old best friend Rachel. Twenty years since she last set foot in Thornbury Hall — the crumbling family estate of the Bagenal family. Since Patrick Bagenal's 18th birthday party and everything that happened.

It's time for a reunion. Patrick has decided on one last hurrah before closing the doors of his family home for good. Himself, Lindsey, and the old crowd, back together for a weekend.

For the secrets to come out. As the weekend draws on, some of their old secrets begin to float to the surface. But some secrets should never be told. Sometimes they need to be taken to the grave...

Can You Keep a Secret? by Karen Perry is a gripping drama of friendship, betrayal, and the long shadows of the past.

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Can You Keep a Secret? by Karen Perry has been praised for its dramatic plot and chilling atmosphere, set in a spooky Irish stately home where secrets surface among reunited friends. It's described as elegantly written and beautifully paced, making it a fluent and engaging thriller that captures readers with its subtle and chilling narrative.

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Book Details

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ISBN: 9781405920339

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 November 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 277g

Pages: 400

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Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction Karen Perry Literary Fiction Penguin Books Psychological Thriller

About the Author

Karen Perry is the pen name of crime writing duo Paul Perry and Karen Gillece who both live in Ireland. Can You Keep A Secret? is their latest novel and follows Girl Unknown, Only We Know and The Boy That Never Was which was selected for the Simon Mayo Radio 2 book club. All three were Sunday Times bestsellers.

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