The Loch
The Loch by Fran Dorricott, published by HarperCollins Publishers Limited on March 16, 2023, is a 384-page work that weaves elements of mystery and psychological thriller. Set against the backdrop of a Scottish loch, the narrative unfolds as three young women, Eleanor, Clio, and Michaela, seek refuge in a house near the lake after their camping trip is interrupted by rain. As they settle in, they unknowingly step into a web of secrets tied to the town’s dark past, where the disappearance of three women two decades earlier still haunts the community.
Readers will find a story rich in suspense and intrigue as the characters confront the eerie atmosphere surrounding Loch Aven. With Michaela’s sudden disappearance, the tension escalates, prompting a race against time to uncover the truth hidden beneath the surface. The book explores themes of folklore and mystery, drawing readers into a claustrophobic setting where the past and present collide. This edition offers a compelling journey through a landscape filled with secrets, making it a noteworthy addition for those interested in gothic thrillers and psychological narratives.
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*A TIMES CRIME CLUB PICK OF THE WEEK*
‘This book had a bit of everything! Suspense, intrigue, action, murder, mystery, a few crazy twists…a great whodunnit!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Everyone in this town has a secret. But who holds the key to the loch…?
Twenty years ago, three young women disappeared, never to be found. The rumour to this day is that their bodies are still hidden deep within the murky Loch Aven.
When Eleanor, Clio and Michaela find themselves rained out of a camping trip in the Scottish countryside, they have no option but to book the mysterious house nestled on the banks of the lake. But little do they know that history has a way of repeating itself.
As secrets in the tightknit community begin to surface, and Michaela suddenly disappears, it becomes clear that something sinister is at play. And now it’s a race against time to unravel the mystery before the dark waters claim their next victim…
A claustrophobic, eerie and atmospheric thriller perfect for fans of Lucy Foley and Sarah Pearse.
Readers are gripped by THE LOCH!
‘Intriguing and suspenseful. This was a fantastic book with so many twists and sharp turns.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘This one sucks you in from the first page…Dorricott is among the only authors where I genuinely feel my heart starting to race as I read.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Creepy and atmospheric with lots of twists and turns. What a fantastic read!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘An excellent setting that adds a mysterious life to the story all on its own.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Moody and atmospheric, this is a very spooky read.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐
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