The Paris Apartment
A gripping murder mystery in a Parisian setting
Format:Paperback
Publisher:HarperCollins Publishers
Published:29th Sep '22
Should be back in stock very soon
In The Paris Apartment, a gripping murder mystery unfolds in a Parisian apartment building, where secrets and lies intertwine among its residents.
In The Paris Apartment, Lucy Foley weaves a captivating tale of suspense set in a charming yet enigmatic old apartment building in Paris. Each resident carries their own secrets, creating an atmosphere thick with intrigue. Among them are a lonely wife, a party animal, a watchful caretaker, and an unwanted guest, all of whom are entangled in a web of mystery. When a resident goes missing, the stakes are raised, and the question looms: who is the killer, and what do they know?
As the story unfolds, readers are drawn into the lives of these characters, each revealing layers of complexity and hidden motives. The vibrant backdrop of Paris adds to the allure, making it not just a setting but a character in its own right. The tension builds as the investigation progresses, leading to unexpected twists that keep readers on the edge of their seats.
The Paris Apartment is not just a murder mystery; it's a psychological exploration of trust, betrayal, and the facades people maintain. With its rich narrative and dynamic characters, this novel promises to leave readers guessing until the very last page. It's a thrilling ride that perfectly balances suspense with the charm of Parisian life.
‘A dazzling combination of suspense, misdirection and unexpected twists’ The Times, Crime Book of the Month
‘Extremely evocative, with a richly-drawn atmosphere you can cut with a knife . . . Lucy Foley just keeps getting better and better’ Alex Michaelides
‘Lucy Foley leads the reader down the dark Paris side streets . . . Compelling, claustrophobic, up-all-night reading’ Erin Kelly
‘What happened behind the door of apartment number three? The creepy, twisty The Paris Apartment will keep you guessing all the way to the end’ Daily Mail
‘The streets of Paris have never looked darker, more opulent, or more sinister than in Lucy Foley's gloriously twisty new novel’ Ruth Ware
‘The Paris Apartment has the atmospheric feel and slow-burning suspense of a Hitchcock movie’ Daily Mirror
‘Cunningly constructed, elegantly atmospheric, and with a vipers’ nest of fascinating, flawed characters, The Paris Apartment just might be my favourite Lucy Foley to date’ Louise Candlish
‘Creepy and compelling, I was immediately drawn into this dark depiction of Parisian life’ Sarah Pearse
‘An intricate, atmospheric mystery set among the luxury and lies of the Parisian elite – fans of The Guest List are going to love it’ T M Logan
‘A sinister, seductive, twisting masterclass. Lucy Foley is a born storyteller, and The Paris Apartment is her best yet’ Chris Whitaker
‘Atmospheric, tense, and suspenseful . . . Lucy Foley has proven herself to be the modern day Agatha Christie’ Louise O’Neill
‘A slick, dark, and utterly compelling murder mystery. The richly atmospheric Parisian setting, coupled with a cast of intriguing characters, sets the perfect scene for murder!’ Lucy Clarke
‘A fast paced, twisty thriller . . . The Paris Apartment is multi stranded and crackles with menace’ Jane Shemilt
‘Foley proves once more that she is a thriller writer par excellence’ Cara Hunter
ISBN: 9780008385071
Dimensions: 198mm x 129mm x 31mm
Weight: 340g
416 pages