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The Drowning Girls

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The Drowning Girls by Helen Callaghan is a gripping crime and thriller novel that follows the story of a family whose idyllic life in a picturesque village is disrupted when a young woman is found dead. As the investigation unfolds, secrets and tensions surface, revealing the dark undercurrents lurking beneath the community's tranquil facade. The novel expertly interweaves themes of mystery, suspense, and psychological intrigue, drawing readers into a complex web of relationships and deceit.
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This gripping crime and thriller novel might appeal to you if you enjoy stories with intense psychological twists and complex characters. The narrative weaves a suspenseful tale that delves into dark secrets and unexpected twists, keeping readers on the edge of their seats. It delivers a fascinating exploration of human psychology alongside a cleverly crafted mystery.

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Something deadlier than secrets lies beneath the surface in this atmospheric, heart-pounding new psychological thriller.

Following their father's death, Cass and her sister Sid will do whatever it takes to keep their family's dive school afloat.

It used to be the go-to destination in Cornwall for those keen to explore the ocean's hidden depths. But when Cass returns from a long trip, she's shocked to discover how bad things have become.

The business is in decline. Sid's new boyfriend has far too much control over the accountsβ€”and her sister.

Then, Cass discovers a body in the water. And as more girls go missing, she wonders just how far someone will go to keep their secrets buried...

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Helen Callaghan's work is praised for its compelling and evocative atmosphere, with the setting often contributing to its compulsive readability. The stories are described as masterclasses in tension, offering gripping and dark thrills that captivate readers almost at once. Her books are often noted for their riveting and brilliantly shocking writing, making them enthralling reads.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781405936156

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 17 August 2023

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

About the Author

Helen Callaghan was born in Los Angeles, California, to British parents, and her early years were spent in both the US and UK. After several early false starts as a nurse, barmaid and actor, she settled into bookselling, working as a fiction specialist and buyer for a variety of bookshops. Eventually, she studied for her A-Levels at night school and achieved a place at Cambridge University as a mature student. Helen is the Sunday Times bestselling author of Dear Amy and Everything is Lies, and has also written Night Falls, Still Missing. She now lives in Cambridge.

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