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About The Book
A storm that cuts off all escape.
And one guest who vanishes without a trace.
Max and Annie Kingsley thought they were starting over.
After leaving London behind, they move to the rugged Cornish coast with their twelve-year-old son to launch a luxury glamping retreat. Before opening to the public, they invite three old university friends and their families for a weekend getaway.
It should have been a celebration.
Instead, old rivalries resurface, tensions between the children spiral out of control, and long-buried secrets begin to emerge. Then a violent storm traps everyone on the isolated site.
By morning, one of them is missing.
As the weather worsens and suspicion spreads through the group, friendships begin to fracture and shocking truths come to light. With no way in and no way out, everyone becomes a suspect.
Told through a gripping blend of police investigation, hospital interviews, and the disastrous weekend itself, The Search Party is a twist-filled locked-room mystery packed with family secrets, psychological suspense, unreliable friendships, and shocking revelations.
Perfect for fans of Lucy Foley, Ruth Ware, and The Guest List, this addictive destination thriller will keep you guessing until the final page.
Product Details
- Publisher: Simon & Schuster Australia (January 3, 2024)
- Length: 400 pages
- ISBN13: 9781761421747
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Raves and Reviews
‘Every page of this gripping and atmospheric crime novel crackles with tension ... I devoured every word of this brilliant, emotionally-charged story. A rock solid five star read!’
– Rae Cairns, author of Dying To Know
‘You expect drama when old friends get together, but this is next level! The Search Party layers sharp observations of friendship and family dynamics over ever-increasing tension and danger. Richell adeptly delivers multiple points of view and timelines, propelling the reader through the pages, screaming the questions: who died? And who did it?’
– Michelle Prak, author of The Rush
‘Hannah Richell was born to write thrillers. Twisty and adrenaline fuelled, I devoured this whip-smart novel set against a backdrop of remote Cornish cliffs. All the ingredients I love in a thriller – jealousy, revenge, lust and anger – simmer ominously beneath the surface before coming explosively to the fore. I was in equal parts agonised and satisfied when I turned the final page. Trust me, you will not be able to put this book down!’
– Ali Lowe, author of The Running Club
‘The Search Party pitches you forward from the first page, sending you rushing headlong towards its thrilling conclusion. I loved this novel for its multifaceted, multi-voiced take on a single weekend, and a satisfying and emotionally honest portrayal of what we see in others, and ourselves. Hannah Richell’s first foray into the thriller genre is simply not to be missed!’
– Hayley Scrivenor, bestselling author of Dirt Town
‘The Search Party is a dexterous blend of best and worst case scenarios, a chillingly relatable journey into the unexpected. With her cast of expertly crafted characters, evocative setting and taut prose, Richell has written a standout page-turner, thoroughly gripping from start to finish. Fans of Lucy Foley and Sarah Pearse will not want to miss this.’
– Anna Downes, bestselling author of The Safe Place
‘If you read just one thriller this year, make it The Search Party. I couldn’t put it down.’
– Mark Brandi, bestselling author of Wimmera
‘A glamping weekend for old friends on the rugged Cornish coast devolves into mayhem and murder in this deliciously sinuous thriller brimming with atmosphere. Hannah Richell is masterful, deploying white-knuckle pacing, pitch-perfect prose, and characters whose emotional depth is fully mined, making the twists feel maximally earned and resonant. Gripping, clever, and as enjoyable to curl up with as a Christie – I inhaled it in a day!’
– Jaclyn Goldis, author of The Chateau
'It’s darkly atmospheric and so clever, with complex characters and a building sense of dread that makes this a deliciously enticing, one-sitting read.'
– Cressida McLaughlin
‘An unputdownable thriller with a cracking cast of characters that will have you gripped until the very last page. Engrossing and compelling, I will be recommending The Search Party to everyone!’
– Kate Gray, author of The Honeymoon
'Haunting and atmospheric from the very first page, The Search Party is an irresistible read. Simmering tensions, family drama, and high-stakes mysteries combine to create the perfect storm of bingeworthy suspense.'
– Megan Collins, author of Thicker Than Water and The Family Plot
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