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The Confession Room

The jaw-dropping and twisty new thriller: If you have a secret, they’ll find you …
By Lia Middleton
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The Confession Room by Lia Middleton is a gripping crime thriller that delves into the dark web of an online community where people can anonymously confess their deepest secrets. When a shocking revelation leads to a murder, the story follows a determined detective on a race against time to uncover the truth, revealing chilling twists and hidden motivations at every turn. This intense narrative explores themes of privacy, guilt, and the unexpected consequences of our confessions.
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You might enjoy this gripping crime and thriller story if you like intricate plots filled with suspense and unexpected twists. It delves into the murky depths of secrets, lies, and confessions, keeping you on edge as the characters untangle complex mysteries. Perfect for readers who crave tension and a thrilling psychological exploration.

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An anonymous killer is confessing to murders on an online forum. Will former police officer Emilia Hayes be the one to catch them? Or is she risking her own life by getting too close?

Someone is confessing to murders they have yet to commit on an anonymous internet forum. Emilia Hayes, a former police officer who stumbles on the site, tries desperately to reach the victims before it's too late.

But the killer is too quick for her.

And when a confession comes through that names her as the next victim, she finds herself in a desperate race against time...

The Confession Room will keep you on the edge of your seat as Emilia races against the clock in this gripping and suspenseful narrative.

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The Confession Room by Lia Middleton has been praised for its thrilling and chilling narrative, offering a heart-stopping read that's impossible to put down. The book's premise is described as killer and the twists are said to leave readers shaken. Many reviews highlight its original and terrifying exploration of the dark side of the internet, resulting in a gripping, fast-paced page-turner that keeps you guessing from start to finish.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781405954549

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 31 August 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 255g

Pages: 368

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Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction Lia Middleton Penguin Books Psychological Thriller

About the Author

Lia Middleton is a barrister who specialises in crime and prison law. You can find her on X @liamiddlet0n and on Instagram @liamiddletonauthor. She is the author of When They Find Her, Your Word or Mine and The Confession Room.

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