The Weekend Away
The Weekend Away by Sarah Alderson, published by HarperCollins Publishers on April 13, 2021, is a psychological thriller that explores the complexities of friendship and trust. In this reprint edition, spanning 336 pages, the story follows Orla and Kate, lifelong friends who embark on their annual weekend getaway to Lisbon. What begins as a perfect trip quickly unravels when Orla wakes up to find Kate missing, leading her to confront a series of unsettling truths about their night out and the secrets hidden within their lives.
Readers will find a gripping narrative that delves into themes of mystery and suspense as Orla retraces her steps to uncover what happened to her friend. The book presents a tense atmosphere where trust is tested, and the idyllic setting of a holiday becomes a backdrop for crime and psychological intrigue. With its focus on domestic relationships and the darker sides of friendship, The Weekend Away promises to engage those interested in thrillers that keep them guessing until the very end.
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Miles from home. Trust no one. Suspect everyone.
Orla and Kate have been best friends forever. Together they’ve faced it all – be it Orla’s struggles as a new mother or Kate’s messy divorce. And whatever else happens in their lives, they can always look forward to their annual weekend away.
This year, they’re off to Lisbon: the perfect flat, the perfect view, the perfect itinerary. And what better way to kick things off in style than with the perfect night out?
But when Orla wakes up the next morning, Kate is gone. Brushed off by the police and with only a fuzzy memory of the night’s events, Orla is her friend’s only hope. As she frantically retraces their steps, Orla makes a series of shattering discoveries that threaten everything she holds dear. Because while Lisbon holds the secret of what happened that night, the truth may lie closer to home…
A twisty holiday read for fans of The Holiday and Date Night.
Real readers love The Weekend Away:
‘A five-star thriller which will make you rethink your next weekend away…’ Amazon reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Twists and turns in every chapter. Fantastic read!’ Amazon reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘So gripping! I could not put it down.’ Amazon reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Left me guessing right to the end, with an ending that left me gasping for more.’ Amazon reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘A thoroughly enjoyable rollercoaster ride. The ending was BRILLIANT.’ Amazon reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Superbly written… the twists come so fast you’re left feeling dizzy.’ Amazon reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Left me breathless.’ Amazon reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘READ IT! This book will not let you down.’ Amazon reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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