The Christmas Guest

Cover of The Christmas Guest by Peter Swanson
Publisher: Faber & Faber, Limited
Year: 2024
Language: en
Pages: 144
ISBN-13: 9780571378791
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The Christmas Guest by Peter Swanson, published by Faber & Faber, Limited on October 10, 2024, is a 144-page work of fiction that intertwines elements of thrillers and suspense. The story follows Ashley Smith, a bright-eyed American student in London, who is invited to spend Christmas with her classmate’s family at their manor house in the Cotswolds. What begins as a picturesque holiday experience soon reveals underlying tensions and mysteries within the Chapman family and the old house itself.

Readers will find a narrative filled with unexpected twists and a blend of holiday cheer and gothic intrigue. As Ashley documents her experiences in her diary, she navigates the complexities of her surroundings, including her romantic interest in her friend’s twin brother, Adam. The book explores themes of family motives and hidden secrets, creating an atmosphere ripe for suspense. This edition offers a concise yet engaging reading experience that combines festive elements with a murder mystery backdrop.


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PRE-ORDER THE PERFECT STOCKING STUFFER ‘Delicious . . . The twist will make you rethink everything.’ New York Times Book Review’Funny, clever and gripping … with twists that will blow you away.’ Irish IndependentWhen Ashley Smith – a bright-eyed but lonely American studying in London – is invited to spend Christmas with her classmate’s family at their Cotswolds manor house, it seems like a perfect country idyll.And for Ashley – who records it all in her diary – there’s the added romantic potential of her friend’s twin brother, Adam, who she thinks could be her wildest dream come true.But is there something strange about the old house, both stately and rundown? What could the motives of the mysterious Chapman family be? And what holiday horrors might be lying in wait?’Perfect. . . I was not prepared for the shocking revelation.’ 5* reader review’All the Christmas cheer & nostalgia wrapped in a gothic murder mystery. I loved it!’ 5* reader review’Filled with lots of twists . . . the perfect one sitting read.’ 5* reader review’A perfect small jewel of a story.’ 5* reader review’I GASPED at several of the reveals. Christmas magic mixed with a quaint murder mystery.’ 5* reader review.

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“The Christmas Guest” is credited to Peter Swanson.
When was “The Christmas Guest” published?
Publisher: Faber & Faber, Limited. Year: 2024.
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ISBN-13: 9780571378791.
What are the book details (language, pages, edition)?
Language: en. Pages: 144.

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