The Blackout

In Sarah Goodwin's new psychological thriller, "The Blackout," two women are forced to take a dangerous shortcut home and are followed by two men. One year later, Meg barricades herself into a safehouse at the edge of a crumbling sea cliff, but she's not alone. The book is a twisty locked-room thriller for fans of Sarah Pearse, Lucy Foley, and Jane Harper, and will leave readers breathless. Readers are gripped by the book, with one saying it is "heart-wrenching, scary, claustrophobic, and twisted" and another saying it is "an absolute tour de force in the realm of gripping and atmospheric thrillers."

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 31 August 2023
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Prepare to be captivated by the gripping psychological thriller from Sarah Goodwin, packed with jaw-dropping twists that will leave you stunned! Fans of The Sanatorium, The Paris Apartment, and One of the Girls will be hooked from the very first page. You can't outrun the past...

Summer, 2022. When Meg and Cat are forced to take a dangerous shortcut home one night, they notice two men silently following them. Suddenly, they're running for their lives, scrambling into an abandoned building to hide and wait for help.

One year later. Attempting to escape the horrors of that fateful night, Meg barricades herself into a safehouse at the edge of a crumbling sea cliff. As a storm rages outside, a blackout plunges the house into darkness. But Meg's not alone.

...and someone wants revenge.

This is a twisty, locked-room thriller for fans of Sarah Pearse, Lucy Foley, and Jane Harper that will leave you breathless. Readers are gripped by The Blackout:

"I literally could not put this book down, it was heart-wrenching, scary, claustrophobic, and twisted. A great read." - NetGalley review (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)

"Wow!!! Just finished this book and I am having to remind myself how to breathe. A definite must-read for thriller lovers, The Blackout is full of twists and turns as well as moments of quiet reflection and sorrow. So pleased to have read this... now I think I need a lie down!!! NetGalley review (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)

"Sarah Goodwin's The Blackout is an absolute tour de force in the realm of gripping and atmospheric thrillers. From the very first page, readers will find themselves on a nerve-wracking rollercoaster ride, unable to tear their eyes away from the enthralling narrative." - NetGalley review (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)

"I had promised myself I would only read a few chapters before bed, but I couldn't stop. The Blackout is a gripping, suspenseful thriller that kept me hooked until the very end. Sarah Goodwin is a master of psychological suspense, and this book is a testament to her talent." - Goodreads review (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)

Don't miss this unforgettable psychological thriller from Sarah Goodwin. With its shocking twists and unforgettable characters, it's a must-read for anyone who loves a gripping story that keeps you guessing until the very end.

Weight: 232g
Dimension: 198 x 128 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780008591571