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The Secret by Debbie Howells is a gripping crime thriller centred on a quiet village where secrets run deep and dark. As a woman's mysterious death rocks the close-knit community, buried pasts and hidden truths begin to unravel through the eyes of those affected. This atmospheric tale delves into betrayal and deceit, challenging the perception of appearances and trust.
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to gripping psychological thrillers packed with suspense and intricate plots. It weaves a tale of dark secrets and mysterious twists, perfect for anyone who loves uncovering complex character dynamics and hidden truths.

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The Secret

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‘What an absolute corker! More twists than your local theme park rollercoaster!’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Reading it felt like watching a movie peeking through my fingers’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Everyone has secrets. And now, one of mine is yours…’

Best friends Hollie and Niamh tell each other everything. Behind the village of Abingworth’s closed doors, every family has its secrets – and their doors might hide the worst ones of all.

One day Hollie tells Niamh about a devastating discovery, swears her to secrecy, then vanishes. The villagers claim to know nothing. But when Hollie’s body is found, the police know one of their number isn’t just a liar, but a killer…

What did Hollie tell Niamh before she died? And who would kill to keep it hidden?

After all, two can keep a secret – if one of them is dead…

A completely unputdownable suspense thriller that will leave you reeling at the final twist… Perfect for fans of BA Paris and Claire McGowan.

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Readers are GRIPPED by The Secret:

The ending! Omg I did not ever expect that – mind blown!’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Twists and turns guaranteed to keep you on the tip of your seat’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘One of the best thrillers I’ve read’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘I was gripped from the start and couldn’t put it down!’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Exciting, twisting, thrilling and intense’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Intense psychological suspense – a book you have to finish’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘I was not expecting the ending!’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘A brilliant small town mystery with shocks, twists and turns’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘A truly immersive, one-sit read’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The Vow was good but this is even better’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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The Secret by Debbie Howells has been described as an engaging thriller that keeps readers guessing until the last page, with sharp writing and intriguing character development. Debbie Howells is recognised as a talented writer with the ability to create immersive and emotional stories.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008400194

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 January 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: AVON, a division of HarperCollins Publishers Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 270g

Pages: 384

About the Author

After self-publishing three women's commercial fiction novels, Debbie wrote The Bones of You, her first psychological thriller. It was a Sunday Times bestseller and picked for the Richard and Judy book club. Three more have followed, The Beauty of The End, The Death of Her and Her Sister's Lie, all published by Pan Macmillan. Her latest book, The Vow, will be published by Avon later this year. After a number of career changes, Debbie now writes full time, inspired by the peacefulness of the countryside she lives in with her partner Martin, Bean the rescued cat and a rather elderly golden retriever called Bernard.

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