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The Couple at Number 9

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The Couple at Number 9

By: Claire Douglas
Narrated by: Kenton Thomas, Nathalie Buscombe
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“Tense, twisty, fraught with emotion and packed with secrets, The Couple at Number 9 is Claire’s best thriller yet.”—Gilly MacMillan, bestselling author of What She Knew

The internationally bestselling author of Do Not Disturb and Just Like the Other Girls delivers a heart-pounding psychological thriller about a couple who inherit what seems to be their dream home, until they make a horrifying discovery—and the danger begins.

The Victims . . .

When pregnant Saffron Cutler moves into 9 Skelton Place with boyfriend Tom and sets about renovations, the last thing she expects is builders uncovering human remains. The remains of two bodies, in fact.

The Investigation . . .

Forensics indicate the bodies have been buried at least thirty years. Saffy has nothing to worry about—until the police launch a murder inquiry and ask to speak to the cottage’s former owner. Her grandmother, Rose.

The Witness . . .

Rose is in a nursing home and Alzheimer’s means her memory is increasingly confused. She can’t help the police, but its’ clear she remembers something.

The Killer . . .

As Rose’s fragmented memories resurface, and the police dig ever deeper, Saffy fears she and the cottage are being watched.

The Truth . . .

What happened thirty years ago? Why did no one miss the victims? What part did her grandmother play? And is Saffy now in danger?

©2022 Claire Douglas (P)2022 HarperCollins Publishers
Crime Fiction Psychological Suspense Thriller Thriller & Suspense Fiction Heartfelt Scary

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I really wish the main female narrator would not imitate a male’s voice. It’s poorly dine and very annoying.

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Great fluffy book

Definitely kept my attention the whole time although I guessed the major plot twist half way. But I was specifically looking for a fluffy book that would offer a cozy escape from day to day and this was perfect. Love the narrators and the writing is not bad.

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The twists

Really enjoyed all the twists and turns in this books! It was a good read!

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Loved!

Great story. You’ll be guessing till the end. I Definitely couldn’t stop listening and highly recommend!

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Captivating!

Loves this! It was the right amount of suspense and reveal at the right times. I could stop listening when there was -2 hours left!

And the performance was great. I’m very picky about readers’ voices, but these two were pleasing to the ear.

I definitely be looking for more Claire Douglas.

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Easy summer read

I enjoyed the book and her narration. I guessed the plot pretty early on, but still enjoyed it.

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Best story twist in a long time!

Among many well laid out twists, there was one to which I physically gasped! I actually stated out loud "Whoa! I did NOT see that coming!" Great book right up to the last page.

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The best part of my day!

I could not stop listening from minute one! Great twists even though I did see them all coming. A few plot holes like how did she get out of the locked room to run away? Amazing all around! I don't give five stars easily but absolutely five stars! Awesome narration too!

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Grandma issues

This is. Good mystery which is buried in the yard. Take notes because it’s confusing. You’ll be surprised and shocked……if you can make it to the end.

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Wow

I never write reviews and almost always only listen to psychological thrillers… but this book.. wow. I will think about it for a while. Truly such an amazing story. I’m so glad I listened to it and will recommend it to friends and family.

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