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I Did It For You

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I Did It For You by Amy Engel is a gripping crime and thriller novel centred around Greer Dunning, who returns to her hometown to find answers about her sister's murder after a similar crime rocks the community. As Greer delves deeper, she unearths dark secrets and hidden truths, facing unexpected dangers while uncovering the chilling web of deception. The tale explores themes of vengeance, justice, and the resilience of a family torn by tragedy.
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You might enjoy this gripping novel if you're drawn to psychological thrillers filled with family secrets and suspense. It explores a chilling murder in a small town and the tangled relationships surrounding it, offering a haunting and thought-provoking journey that keeps readers on the edge of their seats.

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From the bestselling author of The Roanoke Girls comes a riveting mystery and poignant exploration of guilt, loss and devastation.

The chilling psychological mystery thriller from the author of The Roanoke Girls new in paperback in 2025

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From the bestselling author of The Roanoke Girls comes a riveting mystery and poignant exploration of guilt, loss, and devastation.

‘A blistering page-turner… deeply chilling and beautifully written’ Chris Whitaker

‘Fans of Gillian Flynn will love this’ Good Housekeeping

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Everything changed the night Eliza Dunning died.

The residents of Ludlow turned on their neighbours, the Dunning family fractured, and Eliza’s sister Greer moved away, grieving and unconvinced by the police’s version of events.

Now, fourteen years later, there has been another murder. It’s time for Greer to go home.

But will she finally find the answers she has been searching for? Is it a copycat killer, or one that never went away?

‘Sleek writing, insight into the complexity of terrible crimes, and a plot that will keep you guessing’ Julia Heaberlin

‘A heart-breaking crime story’ Laure Van Rensburg

‘A riveting mystery’ Woman’s Own

What readers are saying about Amy Engel:

‘One of my favourite reads of the year’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘This is the most compelling murder mystery I have read for a long, long time’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘A gripping read right from the very first page’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Twists galore. Brilliant. Highly recommended’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘A cracking combination of small town crime story and domestic noir that draws you in from the very first page’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Reviews of I Did It For You by Amy Engel highlight it as a gripping and beautifully written mystery, praised for its complex portrayal of grief and guilt. The novel is lauded for its engaging plot and insightful exploration of small-town dynamics, with readers comparing it to the works of Gillian Flynn. It is described as a tense and immersive thriller, with particular commendation for its raw and honest depiction of the protagonist's emotional journey.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008613884

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 August 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HQ

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 360g

Pages: 400

About the Author

Amy Engel is the author of THE FAMILIAR DARK, THE ROANOKE GIRLS, and THE BOOK OF IVY series. A former criminal defense attorney, she lives in Missouri with her family.

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