Safe and Sound

In Philippa East's novel "I'll Never Tell," a body is discovered in a London bedsit after being undiscovered for ten months. Jenn and the bailiffs find the tenant, Sarah Jones, to be charismatic and full of life, leading to a tense and suspenseful story. The novel has received positive reviews for its gripping narrative, twists, and surprises.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 18 February 2021
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

In a quaint London bedsit, a radio emits soothing melodies, while a small dining table is meticulously arranged for three. Curled up on the sofa, a lifeless body lies hidden, its presence concealed for a staggering ten whole months. Jenn, along with the bailiffs, stumbles upon this tragic discovery, raising a multitude of questions. Sarah Jones, the tenant, was described as captivating, charismatic, and brimming with vitality. How, then, could her body have remained undiscovered for such an extended period?

The corkscrew narrative unfurls, intertwining past and present to create a paranoid nightmare where the reader is left grappling with uncertainty. Every twist and turn in this intricate plot serves to deepen the mystery, leaving the reader unsure of whom to trust and what to believe.

Safe and Sound has garnered a chorus of praise from critics, with reviewers hailing it as a thought-provoking thriller that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. The Sunday Times Crime Club praised the author's ability to create a "paranoid nightmare in which the reader doesn't know who or what to believe." Heat magazine described the novel as "a Thought-provoking thriller," while Candis magazine praised its "multi-layered" plot and "satisfyingly spellbinding end." The Belfast Telegraph hailed Safe and Sound as "one of the very best books I've read this year," and readers have expressed their admiration for the author's talent, with many eagerly anticipating her next book.

In Safe and Sound, Philippa East weaves a complex tapestry of suspense and intrigue, taking readers on a thrilling journey through the depths of human emotion and the darker corners of the human psyche. The novel explores themes of guilt, redemption, and the blurred lines between truth and lies, leaving readers pondering the consequences of their actions and the price they may pay for their secrets.

With its captivating narrative, compelling characters, and unexpected twists, Safe and Sound is a remarkable novel that should be on everyones reading list in 2021. Don't miss this gripping and suspenseful tale that will keep you guessing until the very end.

Weight: 250g
Dimension: 129 x 198 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780008344047