'He's the real deal...' JOE HILL 'Another read in one sitting from the best-selling Swanson.' METRO 'A brilliantly original premise, delivered with panache.' CLARE MACKINTOSH On the eve of his college graduation, Harry is called home by his step-mother Alice, to their house on the Maine coast, following the unexpected death of his father. But who really is Alice, his father's much younger second wife? In a brilliant split narrative, Peter Swanson teases out the stories and damage that lie in her past. And as her story entwines with Harry's in the present, things grow increasingly dark and threatening - will Harry be able to see any of it clearly through his own confused feelings?
Peter Swanson
Peter Swanson is an American author known for his gripping psychological thrillers. His most notable works include "The Kind Worth Killing," "Her Every Fear," and "Eight Perfect Murders." Swanson's writing style is characterized by intricate plotting, suspenseful twists, and complex characters that keep readers on the edge of their seats. He has made a significant impact on the thriller genre, earning critical acclaim and a loyal following of readers. "The Kind Worth Killing" is widely considered his most famous work, a chilling and twisted tale of betrayal and revenge that has cemented Swanson's reputation as a master of the psychological thriller genre.