Murder in the Family
A gripping standalone thriller about family secrets
Format:Paperback
Publisher:HarperCollins Publishers
Published:20th Jul '23
Should be back in stock very soon
This gripping thriller explores the unsolved murder of Luke Ryder, revealing secrets that could change everything. Murder in the Family keeps readers guessing until the very end.
In Murder in the Family, the gripping narrative unfolds around the unsolved murder of Luke Ryder, a case that captivated the nation. Found dead in his garden in October 2003, Luke's mysterious death leaves behind a wealthy widow and three stepchildren, all of whom seem to have secrets of their own. As the investigation progresses, it becomes evident that no one saw anything, raising questions about the hidden truths lurking beneath the surface of this seemingly straightforward case.
Years later, a true-crime show called Infamous re-examines the evidence surrounding Luke's murder, leading to shocking revelations. The team of experts involved in the show begins to uncover layers of deception and intrigue, suggesting that they may know more than they are willing to admit. As viewers become engrossed in the unfolding drama, they are left to ponder whether the truth lies closer to home than anyone anticipated.
As the narrative weaves through twists and turns, readers are invited to engage with the mystery and attempt to solve the case alongside the characters. Murder in the Family is not just a thriller; it is an exploration of family dynamics, secrets, and the lengths people will go to protect their own. Will you be able to unravel the truth before the experts do?
'This thrillingly plotted mystery … pulls the reader into the investigation as an active participant' Waterstones best Thrillers of 2023
‘A stunning and ingenious novel’ – Financial Times Best books of 2023
‘I loved everything about this book .. one of my favourite books of this year.’ – Alice Feeney
‘Unique and hugely enjoyable.’ Sunday Express
‘An addictive, unusually interactive novel’ Sunday Times
‘An innovative take on a cold-case whodunnit … ingenious, complex and immersive’ – Guardian
‘You’ll be glued to the page as you try to follow the countless twists and turns that you’ll never see coming’ – Bishop’s Stortford Independent
‘This devilishly clever, ground-breaking novel will keep you guessing as you fly through its pages’ – Ian Rankin
‘Original, inventive and totally 21st Century … Just brilliant!’ – Janice Hallett
‘Sharp, fresh, surprising, and authentic … Absolutely brilliant’ – Andrea Mara
‘A one of a kind thriller.’ – Robert Gold
‘Relentlessly twisty and utterly compelling’ – Shari Lapena
‘The attention to detail is incredible, and following along is so. Much. FUN’– Catherine Ryan Howard
‘Genius premise with all the twistiness you’d expect from Cara Hunter. Her best yet!’ – Victoria Selman
'Clever and innovative – an intriguing new take on the traditional crime novel.' – Emma Haughton
‘Absolutely compulsive’ – Gytha Lodge
‘An excellent, wholly original whodunnit!’ – Gilly MacMillan
‘A great premise, perfectly executed – truly a cracker of a book.’ – JP Delaney
ISBN: 9780008530020
Dimensions: 198mm x 129mm x 30mm
Weight: 320g
480 pages