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Greenwich Park

A twisty, compulsive debut thriller about friendships, lies and the secrets we keep to protect ourselves
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Greenwich Park by Katherine Faulkner is a gripping psychological thriller set in the cosy confines of a suburban London neighbourhood. The story follows Helen, who finds her seemingly perfect life intertwined with that of a mysterious and unconventional woman named Rachel. As their friendship deepens, secrets unravel, leading to unexpected and unsettling revelations.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy psychological thrillers rich with suspense and unexpected twists. Set against the backdrop of an otherwise serene neighbourhood, the story unravels a web of secrets and deceit, perfect for fans who appreciate intricate plots and chilling revelations. If you like stories that keep you guessing until the very end, you'll likely find this one captivating.

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THE TOP TWENTY BESTSELLER
WATERSTONES THRILLER OF THE MONTH

'If you like Louise Candlish, then you’ll want to take a walk in Greenwich Park' - RED

'A twisty, fast-paced read’ - SUNDAY TIMES

‘The perfect thriller’ - CAZ FREAR

Helen has it all...

Daniel is the perfect husband.
Rory is the perfect brother.
Serena is the perfect sister-in-law.

And Rachel? Rachel is the perfect nightmare.

When Helen, finally pregnant after years of tragedy, attends her first antenatal class, she is expecting her loving architect husband to arrive soon after, along with her confident, charming brother Rory and his pregnant wife, the effortlessly beautiful Serena. What she is not expecting is Rachel.

Extroverted, brash, unsettling single mother-to-be Rachel, who just wants to be Helen’s friend. Who just wants to get to know Helen and her friends and her family. Who just wants to know everything about them. Every little secret…

Masterfully plotted and utterly addictive, Greenwich Park is a dark, compelling look at motherhood, friendships, privilege and the secrets we keep to protect ourselves.

‘A fantastically addictive read’ - ABIGAIL DEAN

KATHERINE FAULKNER'S BRILLIANT NOVEL THE OTHER MOTHERS IS OUT NOW.
YOU WANT TO BE ONE OF THEM. UNTIL YOU KNOW THEM.

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Greenwich Park is praised as a gripping and twisty psychological thriller, deftly exploring themes of secrets, guilt, and the facade of perfect lives. Readers commend it for its fast pace, complex characters, and suspenseful atmosphere. The book is noted for its engaging narrative, making it irresistibly addictive and a compelling debut from Katherine Faulkner.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781526626509

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 March 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Raven Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 194.0mm

Weight: 308g

Pages: 448

About the Author

Katherine Faulkner is a novelist and journalist. After studying history at Cambridge University, she completed a postgraduate diploma in journalism, and has spent a decade working for national newspapers. She has worked as an investigative reporter, and won the Cudlipp Award for public interest journalism for her undercover work. She is now the Head of News Projects for the Sunday Times. She lives in north London with her husband and two daughters.

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