{"product_id":"9780241764275","title":"The Family Friend","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn Claire Douglas's gripping new thriller, \u003cstrong\u003eThe Family Friend\u003c\/strong\u003e, the past collides with the present in a web of secrets and haunting memories. When Imogen learns she has inherited a country house near Bath, her initial disbelief soon turns to curiosity. The last time she encountered its owner, the enigmatic artist Dorothea Roe, was during a fateful summer sixteen years ago—a summer that irrevocably altered her life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Story\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImogen, seeking a fresh start with her partner Josh, arrives at the sprawling estate, only to unearth an old box bearing her name. Inside lie relics of a forgotten past, stirring up long-buried emotions and unanswered questions. As she delves deeper into the mysteries of the house and Dorothea's life, Imogen must confront the shadows of her own history and the chilling reality that some secrets refuse to stay buried.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Readers Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntricate Plot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Douglas masterfully weaves a tale filled with unexpected twists that keep readers on the edge of their seats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplex Characters:\u003c\/strong\u003e Imogen's journey is both relatable and riveting, drawing readers into her emotional turmoil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLyrical Prose:\u003c\/strong\u003e With a deft touch, Douglas's writing captures the haunting beauty of the countryside, enhancing the novel's atmosphere.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFans of psychological thrillers and mysteries will find \u003cstrong\u003eThe Family Friend\u003c\/strong\u003e a compelling read. If you enjoyed Douglas's previous works, such as \u003cstrong\u003eLast Seen\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eDo Not Disturb\u003c\/strong\u003e, this latest offering promises to deliver the same level of suspense and emotional depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e“Claire Douglas is a class act - she never, ever disappoints.” - Lisa Jewell\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57066575200588,"sku":"9780241764275","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/4163\/2076\/files\/9780241764275_6174d025-d2fd-4416-afe1-bdc7db409695.webp?v=1774359978","url":"https:\/\/foxandfablebooksellers.com\/en-us\/products\/9780241764275","provider":"Fox \u0026 Fable UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}