The Spare Room

The Spare Room by Andrea Bartz is a psychological thriller published by Penguin Michael Joseph in 2023. This edition spans 352 pages and is presented in English. The narrative follows Kelly, whose life takes a dark turn after losing her job and fiancé. Seeking solace, she reconnects with her childhood friend Sabrina, now a successful author, and moves into her lavish Virginia mansion. However, what begins as a chance for friendship quickly spirals into a web of suspense when Kelly becomes entangled in Sabrina’s open marriage, leading her to question the safety of her new surroundings.
Readers will find a gripping exploration of relationships and trust as Kelly navigates her newfound circumstances. The story delves into themes of polyamory and the psychological complexities that arise when boundaries are tested. As Kelly becomes increasingly aware of the dangers lurking beneath the surface, the tension escalates, keeping readers engaged until the final pages. This edition of The Spare Room offers a blend of romance and suspense, making it a notable addition to the genre.
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THE DELICIOUSLY TWISTY THRILLER FROM THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF REESE’S BOOK CLUB PICK WE WERE NEVER HERE
‘The best king of up-all-night page-turner’ LUCY FOLEY
‘A twisty and seductive thriller’ NITA PROSE
‘A compulsive, easy, fun summer read’ Daily Mail
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Kelly’s life has turned into a nightmare.
Friendless, jobless and recently dumped by her fiancé, she has no one to confide in.
Until she rekindles her relationship with childhood friend Sabrina – now a glamorous bestselling author with a handsome, high-powered husband. When the couple offer Kelly the spare room of their remote Virginia mansion, she jumps at the chance.
There, she finds the friendship she needs – until one night, an unexpected conversation leads the couple to open their marriage for her.
At first, Kelly loves being part of this risqué new world. But when she discovers that the last woman they invited into their marriage is missing, she starts to wonder if they could be dangerous . . .
And if she might be next.
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PRAISE FOR ANDREA BARTZ:
‘A novel with crazy twists and turns that will have you ditching your Friday night plans’ REESE WITHERSPOON
‘A nail-biting, immersive whirl of a read’ ZAKIYA DALILA HARRIS
‘Incredibly tense and atmospheric’ MEGAN MIRANDA
‘Andrea Bartz has proven herself as a master of the timely literary thriller’ BUZZFEED
‘Tense and original . . . Genuinely mind-blowing twists. Completely addictive’ STYLIST
‘Tantalisingly suspenseful. A terrific, thought-provoking thriller’ B.P. WALTER
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