Author:Ane Riel
The multi-award-winning international bestseller.
Suspenseful and heart-breaking, Resin is the story of what can happen when you love someone too much – when your desire to keep them safe becomes the thing that could irrevocably harm them.
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Liv died when she was just six years old.
Her father knew he was the only one who could keep her safe in this world. So one evening he left the isolated house his little family called home, he pushed their boat out to sea and watched it ruin on the rocks. Then he walked the long way into town to report his only child missing.
But behind the boxes and the baskets crowding her Dad’s workshop, Liv was hiding. This way her Dad had said, she’d never have to go to school; this way, she’d never have to leave her parents.
This way, Liv would be safe.
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Winner of Scandinavia's most prestigious awards: The Glass Key, The Golden Bullet, Best Crime Novel from the Swedish Crime Writer's Academy and The Harald Mogensen Award.
Highly original . . . it reminded me of Stephen King at his best: creepy as hell, but with compassion for every character however misguided.
—— Jake Kerridge , Daily TelegraphDeliciously macabre… it vies with the darkest imaginings of the Brothers Grimm
—— ObserverResin is one of the most remarkable books I have read in a very long time. It is unique, compelling and beautifully written . . . it is no surprise that Resin has won Scandinavia’s four most prestigious literary awards. International accolades are surely set to follow for this book of the year contender
—— Daily ExpressA vivid, fable-esque exploration of love when it is too much
—— Ali Land, author of Good Me Bad MeA chilling story about the lengths a man will go to protect his family and way of life. Liv and the terrifying place she manages to survive in will stay with me for a long time.
—— Claire Fuller, author of Our Endless Numbered DaysHaunting and claustrophobic . . . a moving tale of love that morphs into madness.
—— Daily MailAn unsettling story about a family in trouble and the lengths a father will go to to protect his daughter
—— I paperDarkly brilliant. As beautifully written as it is page turning - an original and compelling voice.
—— Kate Hamer, author of Girl in the Red CoatAbsolutely brilliant - such detailed layering of character, moving and creepy as hell. So original and beautifully written and I couldn't wait every night to read it - the mark of a truly compelling book.
—— Fiona CumminsLiberatingly original. Exceptionally gripping.
—— Karin FossumExpertly navigates a wealth of themes – obsession, grief, love and innocence and childhood – and binds them together in a cleverly crafted, gripping tale. Addictive, brutal and honest, Resin is an emotional rollercoaster
—— The SkinnyLee Child shows no signs of slowing down. . . . Reacher is a man for whom the phrase moral compass was invented: His code determines his direction. . . . You need Jack Reacher.
—— AtlanticThe concision, procedural chops and terse, surprising action of Past Tense make it a fantastic read.
—— USA TodayChild at the top of his game
—— Woman & HomeWith fast action, a smart plot and Reacher's laconic wit - as ever, it's pure pleasure
—— Sunday MirrorThe only question is whether it's a superior instalment in the series - and the answer is yes.
—— Mail on SundayLee Child is a very good writer who happens to compose thrillers. He is a first-rate stylist...every landscape, street scene, room and person passing through the story is observed in clean, precise declarative sentences whose elegant simplicity belies the tremendous skill it took to craft them.
—— Times Literary SupplementIf you haven’t read any Jack Reacher, you have a treat in store. He excels at the art of the putdown, followed by a punch. But he is as sensitive as Sherlock Holmes to telling details in the way people present themselves, and to nuances of behaviour that lead him through mazes of lies to the truth...a hitchhiker without a phone, a one-man force for good.
—— The Timesa memorable experience, one that I think about long after I finish the last page.
—— Waves of FictionHer character work is beautifully done, and she deftly handles multiple narrators, timelines and plot arcs. Gardner strikes what feels like a perfect tone with 10 books of background to contend with, keeping the present fresh while providing necessary history. Never Tell is an excellent addition to the D.D. Warren series and proof it's never too late to draw in new fans.
—— Shelf AwarenessGardner knows how to weave a deeply moving and psychological thriller that pulls no punches in its authenticity. She is one of the masters when it comes to crime fiction. Fans of her novels will consider this one of her best, and newcomers will be in awe of the compelling story and unpredictability of the proceedings.
—— Mail OnlineGardner’s writing is beautiful, and the plot weaves together masterfully with detail and precision... For anyone looking for a suspenseful, gripping read, Never Tell will not disappoint.
—— New York Journal of BooksThe tension ratchets up in the new domestic suspense thriller from the US crime queen
—— Writers OnlineNever Tell is a pacey and action-packed thriller that will leave you feeling breathless
—— CultureFlyI loved it. The quality of her writing meant it was an absolute pleasure to read, as well as being genuinely terrifying. It made my hair stand on end! Genius
C. J. Tudor writes evil with aplomb - The Taking of Annie Thorne reveals how evil casts its resonance through places, people and our shared past. This book lingers with you long after the lights go out
—— Matt Wesolowski, author of Six StoriesWhat an absolute treat of a novel this was. Such an assured, distinct voice and an absolute belter of a plot
—— Caz Frear, author of Sweet Little LiesI rattled through The Taking of Annie Thorne by C. J. Tudor - it reads like a Stephen King novel, and I can't think of a higher compliment than that!
—— Simon LelicDeliciously creepy, and written with such skill and fluency it's hard to believe this is only her second book. Indeed I think it gives King a run for his money
—— James Oswald, bestselling author of the Inspector McLean seriesC. J. Tudor is a writer of real creepiness. The Taking of Annie Thorne is no exception - a dark, chilling mystery that had me reading until the early hours
—— Kate Hamer, The Girl in the Red CoatI read this novel with a sense of creeping dread. It was an achingly good, well-plotted, dark, disturbing piece of pure brilliance! C J Tudor is my new favourite author.
—— Sam Carrington, bestselling author of Bad Sister and One Little LieLoved this. Funny, frightening, goes out with a BANG. Believe the hype!
—— Chris Whitaker, author of Tall OaksA brilliantly sharp and distinctive voice and super-creepy plot. Fab
—— Roz Watkins, author of The Devil's DiceFinished this creepy corker last night. Utterly compelling with a host of intriguing characters and brilliant writing. Fans of The Chalk Man will definitely not be disappointed
—— Isabelle Broom, author of One Thousand Stars and YouI loved The Chalk Man, but The Taking of Annie Thorne is even better, creepier and more addictive! I was so creeped out I had to stop reading until my husband came home one night! Brilliant stuff - well done, C. J. Tudor!
—— Elle Croft, author of The Other SisterThe Hot List
—— Inside SoapFollowing on from C J Tudor's successful debut, comes a novel about bullying, cruelty and deceit. . . Tudor keeps the novel moving at a fast pace
—— Literary ReviewA Stephen King style thriller that will have you transfixed and submerged in the entanglement of the twisting plot. This book kept me intrigued all the way to the very end
—— Places & FacesCrime meets psychological suspense meets out-and-out horror. From the stomach-churning first chapter to the grand guignol ending that is as shocking as it is surprising, Tudor racks up the nastiness . . . Another hit.
—— Buzz MagazineMatches Stephen King for creepiness. A must-read for horror fans
—— Leamington CourierCreepy beyond words. Just like Stephen King, the fact that Tudor's characters are so believable makes the events even creepier
—— People's Friend