Next of Kin
Next of Kin by Kia Abdullah is a legal thriller published by HarperCollins Publishers Limited on September 20, 2022. This 384-page novel unfolds when Leila Syed receives a frantic call from her brother-in-law regarding her nephew, Max, who has not been dropped off at nursery as planned. The ensuing chaos leads to a high-profile trial that threatens to fracture the family, revealing deeper complexities surrounding the incident.
Readers will find a tense courtroom drama that explores themes of family life and the psychological impacts of a crisis. As the trial progresses, the narrative delves into the intricacies of legal and domestic issues, keeping readers engaged with its suspenseful twists. This edition, presented in English, invites those interested in mystery and detective stories to navigate the gripping events that unfold in Leila’s life.
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“Abdullah’s legal thrillers make John Grisham seem like a maiden aunt.” Sunday Times Crime Club
“An enthralling, heartbreaking and thrilling courtroom drama that had me shouting out loud and gripped until the last page.” Nadine Matheson, author of The Jigsaw Man
“Brilliantly tense, this is another clever page turner from Kia Abdullah that I couldn’t put down. Just superb.” Louise Hare, author of This Lovely City
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ON AN ORDINARY WORKING DAY…
Leila Syed receives a call that cleaves her life in two. Her brother-in-law’s voice is filled with panic. His son’s nursery has called to ask where little Max is.
YOUR WORST NIGHTMARE…
Leila was supposed to drop Max off that morning. But she forgot.
Racing to the carpark, she grasps the horror of what she has done.
IS ABOUT TO COME TRUE…
What follows is an explosive, high-profile trial that will tear the family apart. But as the case progresses it becomes clear there’s more to this incident than meets the eye…
A gripping, brave and tense courtroom drama, Next of Kin will keep you on the edge of your seat until the final, heart-stopping page.
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Readers are GRIPPED by Next of Kin
“Kia Abdullah is the absolute queen of the courtroom drama.” NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“WOW!! This book is astonishingly brilliant! An absolute masterpiece.” NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“I couldn’t put this down and Kia Abdullah is becoming a firm favourite read” NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Kia Abdullah is a writing maestro.” NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“A gripping legal thriller that will leave you reeling. A book that will stay with you long after the last page. The ending is a stunner!” NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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