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The Rival

(2018)
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'A taut, chilling read with a killer twist at the end' Sun

'Brilliant and insidious' Lucy Clarke


'A compelling addictive read' Karen Hamilton


Helena is beautiful, privileged, happily married and the Creative Director for the UK's hottest luxury beauty retailer. She has everything that Ashley has ever wanted.

When Ashley wins a job as Helena's assistant, she is determined to impress. But is Ashley the perfect protégée or a ruthless rival?

When Helena discovers she is pregnant, Ashley's fierce ambition soon becomes apparent and it sets in motion a terrible series of events that could see both women lose everything . . .

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Genre: Mystery

Praise for this book

"A gripping, unpredictable read with two compelling female characters who I both loved and hated in equal measure." - Tracy Buchanan

"The Rival is a gripping psychological suspense that delves deep into the complex relationship of two women." - Elisabeth Carpenter

"Brilliant and insidious." - Lucy Clarke

"A chilling and compelling debut." - Lucy Dawson

"Dark, thought-provoking and compelling, The Rival is a brilliant study of female tensions that builds to a shocking and unexpected climax." - Rebecca Fleet

"A fantastic debut of how female relationships can turn toxic with devastating consequences." - Sue Fortin

"Absolutely terrific, a beautifully written debut from an exciting new voice in psychological fiction." - Cass Green

"A compelling, addictive read... I absolutely loved it." - Karen Hamilton


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