Beware the Woman: The twisty, unputdownable new thriller about family secrets by the New York Times bestselling author

Megan Abbott's The Turnout is a chilling and compulsive novel about a family holiday that takes a terrifying turn. It was a Guardian Best Book of the Year 2023, and was praised for its tense and atmospheric atmosphere, as well as its stunning twisty plot. The novel follows newly married Jacy and her husband, Jed, as they visit Jed's father in his remote cottage. Jacy feels bathed in love by Dr. Ash, but less so by his housekeeper, Mrs. Brandt. When Jacy has a health scare, all eyes are on her condition, and whispers about Jed's long-dead mother seem to be intruding upon the present. As the days pass, Jacy feels trapped in the cottage, her body under the looking glass. The dense woods surrounding the cottage are full of dangers, but are the greater ones inside? Abbott ratchets up the menace towards an unexpected ending in a claustrophobic chiller about how men deny women agency.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 07 May 2024
Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

From the acclaimed and bestselling author Megan Abbott comes a spine-tingling and utterly compelling novel that delves into the realm of a family holiday that takes a horrifying turn.

A GUARDIAN BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR 2023, this splendidly tense and atmospheric masterpiece captivates readers with its contemporary take on the classic Rebecca.

The Mail on Sunday praises it as "splendidly tense and atmospheric," while the Irish Times describes it as "stunningly twisty." Authored by the talented Ashley Audrain, known for her gripping novel The Push, The Turnout promises to keep you on the edge of your seat with its almost unbearable tension.

Newly married and expecting a baby, Jacy has everything she ever dreamed of. When she and her husband, Jed, venture to visit Jed's father in his remote cottage, Jacy is initially enchanted by Dr. Ash and finds solace in the enigmatic presence of Mrs. Brandt, the housekeeper. However, a sudden health scare casts a shadow over their idyllic getaway.

As Jacy's condition becomes the center of attention, whispers about Jed's long-dead mother begin to infiltrate the present. The once tranquil cottage now feels claustrophobic, and Jacy feels trapped under the scrutinizing gaze of those around her. But are her fears justified, or is she stubbornly refusing to take the necessary precautions to protect her unborn child?

The dense woods surrounding the cottage loom with dangers, but the greater threats lie within its walls. Abbott skillfully ratchets up the menace, leading to an unexpected and chilling conclusion in this claustrophobic chiller that explores the profound ways in which men deny women agency.

The Turnout is a masterpiece that will leave you breathless, pondering the intricacies of human relationships and the unyielding power of fear. It is a must-read for fans of psychological suspense and those who appreciate a literary tour de force that keeps you guessing until the very last page.

In August 2021, The Turnout achieved the prestigious status of a New York Times bestseller, solidifying Megan Abbott's place as a literary force to be reckoned with. Her exceptional storytelling and ability to create suspense have garnered her a devoted following and critical acclaim worldwide.

So, if you're seeking a novel that will keep you up at night, pondering the darkest corners of the human psyche, look no further than The Turnout by Megan Abbott. Prepare to be captivated by this chilling and compulsive tale that will leave you haunted long after you've turned the last page.

Weight: 244g
Dimension: 313 x 279 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780349012520