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The Second Stranger
By Martin Griffin
£8.99
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Description
The Second Stranger by Martin Griffin is a gripping tale set against the backdrop of the Scottish Highlands, where isolation and treachery collide. As Remie Yorke prepares to finish her last shift at the Mackinnon Hotel, an unexpected storm transforms the evening into a night of uncertainty and peril.
The Plot
When an injured police officer, PC Don Gaines, arrives seeking refuge after a mountain accident, he brings with him a chilling revelation: he was transporting a prisoner who is now missing. As the storm rages outside, the tension within the hotel escalates. Remie's dilemma intensifies with the arrival of a second injured stranger, forcing her to question her instincts about who to trust.
As the night unfolds, secrets begin to unravel, revealing hidden motives and complex identities. The narrative deftly explores themes of trust, betrayal, and the human psyche under pressure. With danger lurking in every shadow, Remie must navigate the precarious situation and confront her own fears.
Themes
- Isolation and its psychological effects
- The nature of trust in crisis
- The duality of identity
Readers who enjoyed Griffin's previous works, or those drawn to atmospheric thrillers reminiscent of Ruth Ware or Gillian Flynn, will find themselves captivated by this intricately woven narrative. With its evocative setting and taut prose, The Second Stranger promises to keep readers on the edge of their seats.
Book details
- Author
- Martin Griffin
- Publisher
- Little, Brown Book Group
- Imprint
- Sphere
- Publication date
- Format
- Paperback / softback
- Pages
- 320
- ISBN-13
- 9781408725252
- Language
- English
- Genre
- Thriller & Mystery
- Dimensions
- 126 × 198 × 23 mm
- Weight
- 254 g
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