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The Captive

The gripping and original Times Thriller of the Month for fans of GIRL A

Deborah O'Connor author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Zaffre

Published:3rd Feb '22

Should be back in stock very soon

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This intense thriller explores the blurred lines between captor and captive, leaving readers questioning who truly holds the power in The Captive.

In The Captive, readers are drawn into a tense and haunting narrative that explores the complexities of power and control. The story revolves around two central characters, Jem and Hannah, who share a peculiar and unsettling relationship. As they navigate their lives together, the lines between captor and captive blur, leading to a gripping exploration of psychological tension. The reader is left to ponder who truly holds the power: the one who possesses the key or the one who knows the truth. This thought-provoking dynamic keeps the audience engaged and invested in the outcome of their fates.

The novel skillfully intertwines elements of a thriller with a dark, unpredictable love story. As the plot unfolds, the reader is taken on a rollercoaster of emotions, filled with twists and turns that challenge their perceptions of loyalty and trust. With every page, the stakes are raised, and the tension escalates, making The Captive a page-turner that is difficult to put down. The narrative's pace is both smart and entertaining, ensuring that readers remain on the edge of their seats.

Ultimately, The Captive is a story about survival, sacrifice, and the quest for freedom. It poses profound questions about the nature of relationships and the lengths one might go to for love and truth. As secrets unravel and characters confront their pasts, the reader is left to reflect on the true meaning of captivity and liberation, making this novel a memorable addition to the thriller genre.


'Oh my god, its FANTASTIC! Highly original, thrilling and emotional, The Captive is set to be one of the best books of 2021. I ADORED it' JO SPAIN

'The perfect concept. The perfect execution. The perfect book' GILLIAN MCALLISTER

'This original concept thriller is SO GOOD' Heat magazine

'Readers will become totally HOOKED within pages of starting this hugely original and entertaining thriller' Irish Independent

'Highly ORIGINAL' Daily Mail

'This GRIPPING page-turner has a terrifying concept at its heart. Part thriller, part a dark, unpredictable love story, it asks some big questions about crime and punishment. Tense and disturbing, I think it would spark great book club debate' ADELE PARKS, Platinum Magazine

'With an ARRESTING beginning, this dystopian tale draws the reader in immediately...the story rattles along at a cracking pace' Woman & Home

'A super-smart, sophisticated and highly original tale which packs a POWERFUL punch on so many levels. Entertaining, fast-paced and clever, The Captive will hold you prisoner right through to the shocking denouement' Lancashire Post

'KILLER CONCEPT, brilliantly realised and beautifully, satisfyingly plotted. I loved it' AMANDA MASON

'A great concept. Impressive, compelling storytelling as well as a FANTASTIC mystery' GYTHA LODGE

'Original, deft, and clever, The Captive certainly had me in its vice-like grip throughout' PHOEBE MORGAN

ISBN: 9781838772673

Dimensions: 198mm x 129mm x 23mm

Weight: 303g

416 pages