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The Stranger in Her House

Written by: John Marrs
Narrated by: Elizabeth Knowelden, Soneela Nankani, Steve West
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Shortlisted for the CWA Twisted Dagger 2025 Award.

"A proper twisty thriller."—Sarah Pinborough

A stranger has infiltrated your family…and now he’s taking over.

Paul’s just here to help, or so he claims—sent by a charity for vulnerable people to do odd jobs for elderly widow Gwen. But for Gwen’s daughter Connie, there’s just something about Paul that rings alarm bells from day one. He’s a little too kind, a little too involved…Worse still, Gwen seems to have fallen under his spell.

The last thing Connie wants is a stranger meddling in the safe routine she’s built around Gwen. She loves being the one Gwen turns to for cooking, cleaning and company. But the more Paul visits, the more Gwen is relying on him. By the time he conveniently finds himself between homes and has no choice but to move in, Connie is certain he’s trying to push her out completely.

It’s her word against his, though, and as her attempts to unmask him become ever more desperate she’s not the only one left wondering if she’s lost her grip on reality. But when events start spiralling rapidly out of her control, should Connie wage all-out war on Paul and risk losing Gwen forever—or has that been his plan all along?

©2024 by John Marrs. (P)2023 Brilliance Publishing, Inc., all rights reserved.
Domestic Thrillers Psychological Suspense Thriller & Suspense Fiction

What the critics say

“Though not yet a household name, Marrs is an incredibly talented storyteller with a built-in audience who knows what he can do. When unfamiliar readers get their hands on this one, they’ll want more.”Booklist

“I inhaled this book. A novel of second guesses, of mistrustful characters and downright terrifying ones. An absolute ride of a thriller. I loved it.”—L. V. Matthews, author of The Twins and The Silent Waters

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started strong with a twist at the half way mark. then a downhill turn, imo. if you like Days of our Lives, then this audiobook is for you.

this book is a soap opera

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This was my first book by John Marrs and omg what a story. As soon as I thought I had it all figured, the author said Hold On and gave another twist. And these twists kept coming so much so I couldn’t stop and the ending. Chef kiss of an ending. Definitely recommend this thriller. And it’s a 6 stars for me.

Hold on

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….you thought you knew where you were heading. The ride takes a sharp turn. You’re white knuckling it and loving it all the more!

Just when……..

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The guys voice. Very annoying, could have done without him. The woman was great.

Good story

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The narrator made this better than it was. The plot was predictable and the end unsatisfying.

Average plot

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