Bright and Deadly Things

In Bright and Deadly Things, a widowed Oxford fellow faces deadly secrets at a remote retreat in the French Alps, leading to a gripping psychological thriller.

In Bright and Deadly Things, a remote academic retreat in the picturesque French Alps takes a dark turn when Emily, a widowed Oxford fellow, seeks solace among friends. The rustic Chalet des Anglais, devoid of modern conveniences, is meant to be a sanctuary for healing after the loss of her husband. However, the tranquility is shattered when Emily interrupts a break-in at her home just before her departure, hinting at the lurking dangers that await her.

As the retreat unfolds, Emily's hopes for recovery are further complicated by unsettling events. On her first night at the chalet, she stumbles upon an inappropriate encounter between a colleague and an undergraduate student. The atmosphere of camaraderie quickly shifts to suspicion when the student mysteriously vanishes, and Emily finds a chilling connection to her late husband in her call history. With trust eroding among the group, she must confront the secrets that bind them.

The tension escalates as Emily races against time to uncover the truth behind the disappearance and the dangerous secrets her husband left behind. Bright and Deadly Things is a gripping psychological suspense novel that explores themes of trust, betrayal, and the lengths one will go to protect themselves. As Emily navigates the treacherous waters of her past and present, she realizes that the next disappearance could very well be her own.