The Other Half

You know how they live. This is how they die. 'The Bullingdon Club meets Knives Out' Evening Standard
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The Other Half by Charlotte Vassell is a gripping crime thriller that delves into the complexities of a high-profile murder within London's elite circles. As a determined detective works to untangle the web of secrets and lies, the narrative explores themes of privilege, betrayal, and ambition. With sharp pacing and surprising twists, the novel keeps readers on the edge of their seats.
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You might enjoy this gripping tale if you're fascinated by crime and thriller novels with intricate plots and unexpected twists. This book offers a compelling narrative with well-drawn characters, ensuring a suspenseful and engaging read that keeps you on the edge of your seat.

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The Other Half

Agatha Christie meets Made in Chelsea in this bitingly funny police procedural packed with the suspense, wit, and energy of Knives Out

Agatha Christie meets Made in Chelsea in this bitingly funny police procedural packed with the suspense, wit, and energy of Knives Out

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Brilliantly compulsive . . . I could not stop reading this book. - DENISE MINA
As sharp, witty and energetic as it is bitingly satirical. - JANICE HALLETT

The night before
Rupert's 30th is a black tie dinner at the Kentish Town McDonald's - catered with cocaine and Veuve Clicquot.

The morning after
His girlfriend Clemmie is found murdered on Hampstead Heath. All the party-goers have alibis. Naturally.

This investigation is going to be about Classics degrees and aristocrats, Instagram influencers and who knows who. Or is it whom? Detective Caius Beauchamp isn't sure. He's sharply dressed, smart, and as into self-improvement as Clemmie - but as he searches for the dark truth beneath the luxury, a wall of staggering wealth threatens to shut down his investigation before it's begun.

Can he see through the tangled set of relationships in which the other half live, and die, before the case is taken out of his hands?

Bitingly funny, full of twists, and all too close to reality, this is a stunning debut from your next favourite crime writer.

An incredible crime debut. - ERIN KELLY
Scintillating. - HARRIET TYCE
Delicious, searing . . . What a great new voice she is in detective fiction! - S. J. BENNETT

WHAT READERS ARE SAYING

A perfectly horrid cast of over the top characters and an engaging detective. Glorious. 5* review

Such a fun, biting take on the thriller genre . . . I loved this book! 5* review

It was fast paced and twisty and I was on the edge of my seat the whole time. I loved it. 5* review

It's the characters that really make this book and I'd love to see a TV series based on these detectives. 5* review

Highly recommend if you enjoy Lucy Foley, I raced through this in less than a day! 5* review

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The Other Half by Charlotte Vassell is a gripping addition to the crime and thriller genre, praised for its intricate plot and compelling characters. Readers have appreciated the author's ability to weave suspense and emotional depth, creating a narrative that keeps them engaged till the last page. The book has been noted for its vivid descriptions and a well-crafted mystery that offers unexpected twists and turns.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780571374977

Publisher: Faber & Faber

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 September 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Faber & Faber

Edition: Main - Re-issue

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 330g

Pages: 400

About the Author

Charlotte Vassell studied History at the University of Liverpool and completed a Masters in Art History at SOAS, University of London, before training as an actor at Drama Studio London. Other than treading the boards Charlotte has also worked in advertising, executive search, and as a purveyor of silk top hats.

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