The Cliff House Synopsis
One hen weekend, seven secrets... but only one worth killing for
Jen's hen party is going to be out of control...
She's rented a luxury getaway on its own private island. The helicopter won't be back for seventy-two hours. They are alone. They think.
As well as Jen, there's the pop diva and the estranged ex-bandmate, the tennis pro and the fashion guru, the embittered ex-sister-in-law and the mouthy future sister-in-law.
It's a combustible cocktail, one that takes little time to ignite, and in the midst of the drunken chaos, one of them disappears. Then a message tells them that unless someone confesses her terrible secret to the others, their missing friend will be killed.
Problem is, everybody has a secret. And nobody wants to tell.
About This Edition
| ISBN: |
9781408712177 |
| Publication date: |
28th July 2022 |
| Author: |
Chris Brookmyre |
| Publisher: |
Little, Brown an imprint of Little, Brown Book Group |
| Format: |
Hardback |
| Pagination: |
345 pages |
| Primary Genre |
Thriller and Suspense
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Chris Brookmyre Press Reviews
Chris Brookmyre is a genius, every new book of his is a cause for celebration - Richard Osman
Brookmyre's familiar sardonic prose is pleasingly in place - Financial Times
There are dozens of novels based on Agatha Christie's And Then There Were None, but Christopher Brookmyre's ingenious take is by far the best I have read. He makes you feel for and fear each character. He keeps you guessing until the very end - after an avalanche of revelations and twists. - The Times (Book of the Month)
Brookmyre is always a class act and it is a pleasure to be back in the hands of one of our best crime writers with this clever, propulsive thriller with a whole lot of heart - Observer
Tightly plotted and a lot of fun, this is perfect poolside reading - Guardian
A suspenseful and atmospheric thriller - The Herald
Irresistably thrilling, Brookmyre proves he's a master of suspense - Sun
Among his best yet . . . a killer twist and an upbeat conclusion - Sunday Post
Brookmyre's psychological acuity that sets him apart from many other thriller writers . . . It's as if he has climbed like a magician inside our heads. - The Lady
Brookmyre is an experienced and skilful hand who drives his story along at a gallop - The Scotsman
Brookmyre orchestrates the proceedings with assurance and a deep sense of mischief. Wonderfully entertaining - Crime Time
A deliciously twisting, chilling read - Woman's Own
His wit and sheer storytelling skill make it seem wonderfully fresh - Express
You know you're in experienced hands from the off... A great read for the holidays - The List
Brookmyre has great fun with his Agatha Christie homage - Irish Times
It's only August but it has me thinking of my books of the year already - Crime Thriller Lover (blog)
Irresistibly thrilling, Brookmyre proves he's a master of suspense - Irish Sun
