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Just Like Home
A must-read, dark thriller full of unpredictable secrets
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The next book from incredible author Sarah Gailey. Perfect for fans of Netflix's The Haunting of Hill House.
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Winner of the August Derleth Award for Best Horror Novel
Just Like Home is a darkly gothic thriller from nationally bestselling author Sarah Gailey, perfect for fans of Netflix's The Haunting of Hill House.
Going home is always hard.
For Vera, going home means returning to the notorious Crowder House where her serial killer father murdered his victims and buried their bodies beneath.
Then notes start to appear in Vera's father's handwriting - but they can't be from him. He has been dead for years.
Vera thought that the house had given up all its secrets but now she must uncover how deep the rot goes.
READERS LOVE JUST LIKE HOME:
'If you are a fan of Stephen King, then this book will be the one for you'
'Along with an engaging plot, the writing is compelling and beautiful. This is a book that I feel will stick with me for a long time to come'
'A creepy and dark read and definitely not what I was expecting. I could not put this book down and finally turned the last page in the wee hours'
'I was actually terrified while reading it, and the emotion lingered long after I finished it. It kept me up all night'
'A slow burn thriller with an unnerving protagonist and an atmospheric setting? Yes, please!'
'It was dark, creepy and haunting and made me sleep with a light on'
PRAISE FOR THE ECHO WIFE:
'An edge-of-your-seat tale . . . a unique, thrilling adventure, with truly unexpected twists and turns the whole way through' Independent
'It's an unpredictable story . . . chilling . . . for an escape from our current stuck-at-home situation, The Echo Wife could be for you' Daily Record
'Looking for one of the best science fiction books wrapped up in a mystery? Look no further . . . Gloriously inventive and full of surprises' Woman & Home Online
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Just Like Home by Sarah Gailey is highly praised for its dark and suspenseful atmosphere, echoing with gothic elements and a pervasive sense of dread. The novel is noted for its richly dark narrative that intertwines raw terror and tragic elements, drawing readers into a chilling exploration of familial resentments and deeply buried secrets. It's recommended for fans of gothic horror who enjoy a blend of mystery and emotional depth.
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ISBN: 9781529354584
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 01 June 2023
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Hodder & Stoughton
Audience: General / adult
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Spine width: 38.0mm
Width: 130.0mm
Height: 196.0mm
Weight: 249g
Pages: 352
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