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Storm

By Stephanie Merritt
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In Storm by Stephanie Merritt, readers are plunged into a gripping tale of intrigue and suspense as a storm looms over a remote setting. The story revolves around a protagonist caught in a web of secrets and danger, as tension builds and mysteries need to be unravelled. As characters confront their pasts, unexpected twists keep the tension high in this thrilling narrative.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy suspenseful narratives that combine psychological depth with a gripping plot. You might like this story if you appreciate richly developed characters and intricate twists that keep you guessing until the end. With its blend of crime and thriller elements, it promises an engaging and thought-provoking read.

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The twisty, turny thriller set in a beautiful French chateau from the Sunday Times bestselling author

The gripping new escapist thriller from the Sunday Times bestselling author

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The twisty, turny thriller set in a beautiful French chateau from the Sunday Times bestselling author.

A beautiful French chateau
Jo Lawless is still grieving her husband when his oldest friends invite her to a weekend house party in France. She goes, hoping their shared loss will bring them closer together.

An unexpected guest
But the get-together is disrupted by the arrival of an unexpected guest. Long-buried secrets begin to emerge, and it’s clear that someone is bent on revenge…

A night that will end in murder
The cold light of the next morning reveals a horrifying discovery. And the killer isn’t finished. A storm is coming, and no one at this party is safe…

‘Full of twists, turns and moving, realistic reveals’ Marian Keyes, author of Again, Rachel

'A clever, twisty, and deliciously dark thriller’ Charlotte Philby, author of A Double Life

‘An absolute corker… I couldn’t put it down’ Jane Fallon, author of Worst Idea Ever

‘Like its principal character, Storm is timely, powerful and seductive’ Christopher Brookmyre, author of The Cut

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Storm by Stephanie Merritt is praised as a high-quality literary thriller filled with suspense and intricate plotting. The story revolves around a captivating character named Storm who disrupts a group of friends on holiday, seeking revenge for past wrongs. Reviewers highlight the novel's engaging character dynamics, unexpected twists, and the interplay of privilege and morality. It is commended for its fast pace, rich characterisation, and ability to keep readers engrossed throughout.

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ISBN: 9780008248253

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 09 June 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 35.0mm

Width: 159.0mm

Height: 240.0mm

Weight: 650g

Pages: 400

Collections

Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction Psychological Thriller Romance Stephanie Merritt

About the Author

No. 1 Sunday Times bestselling author and journalist Stephanie Merritt has worked as a critic and feature writer for a variety of newspapers and magazines, as well as radio and television. Writing as S. J. Parris, she is the fastest growing historical crime writer in the UK with over half a million copies sold across the first four books in her series of historical thrillers set in Tudor England. She currently writes for the Observer and the Guardian, and lives in Surrey with her son.

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