The Retreat, Mark Edwards
The Retreat, Mark Edwards
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The Retreat

Author: Mark Edwards

Narrator: Simon Mattacks

Unabridged: 9 hr 1 min

Format: Digital Audiobook (DRM Protected)

Published: 05/10/2018

Synopsis

An Amazon Charts bestseller.A missing child. A desperate mother. And a house full of secrets.Two years ago, Julia lost her family in a tragic accident. Her husband drowned trying to save their daughter, Lily, in the river near their rural home. But the little girl’s body was never found—and Julia believes Lily is somehow still alive.Alone and broke, Julia opens her house as a writers’ retreat. One of the first guests is Lucas, a horror novelist, who becomes obsessed with finding out what happened to Lily. But within days of his arrival, the peace of the retreat is shattered by a series of eerie events.When Lucas’s investigation leads him and Julia into the woods, they discover a dark secret—a secret that someone will do anything to protect…What really happened that day by the river? Why was Lily never found? And who, or what, is haunting the retreat?From the bestselling author of Follow You Home and The Magpies comes his most terrifying novel yet.

About Mark Edwards

Mark Edwards is a #1 bestselling author whose psychological thrillers have captivated millions of readers worldwide. Known for his signature blend of ordinary settings and extraordinary suspense, Edwards crafts stories where everyday life takes a sinister turn-and nothing is ever quite as safe as it seems.

Since the release of his breakthrough novel The Magpies, Edwards has continued to deliver page-turners that keep readers hooked late into the night. His standalone thrillers-including Follow You Home, Here to Stay, and The House Guest-explore themes of trust, obsession, and the dark secrets people hide behind closed doors.

With a writing style praised for its gripping plots, relatable characters, and jaw-dropping twists, Edwards has built a loyal global following. Beyond his novels, he's also known for connecting personally with his audience, sharing insights into his creative process and the inspirations behind his chilling stories.

Mark Edwards proves time and again that the most terrifying monsters are often the ones that seem closest to home.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Chelsea on May 08, 2018

Mark Edwards is an author I've been following for years, and I've come to anticipate his certain brand of thrilling and chilling fiction with gusto each year in the release of his latest novel. The Retreat was a bit of a departure from his last novel, and I couldn't be more pleased with the setting......more

Goodreads review by Meredith (Trying to catch up!) on April 23, 2018

3.5 stars The Retreat is a dark, creepy, and atmospheric read fueled by childhood fears based on mythical creatures, ghosts, and haunted houses. Mark Edwards draws inspiration from such childhood myths as Bloody Mary and the boogeyman to create a sense of fear in a small town in Wales. Horror wri......more

Goodreads review by Debra on March 09, 2018

3.5 Stars. Two years ago, Julia's life changed forever. Her husband drowned trying to save their daughters life (they believed their daughter fell in the river when they weren't looking). Now Julia has converted their home into a writer's retreat. She buried her husband two years ago, but her daught......more

Goodreads review by Christine on May 13, 2018

5 Glorious Stars! Dear Mr. Edwards, It’s that time of year again—“Mark Edwards buddy read with my friend Jan” time. You don’t know how much we plot and prepare for this annual affair. Our goal of course is to beat you at your own game. After another year of practice with other people’s books, we felt r......more

Goodreads review by Mackenzie - PhDiva Books on May 08, 2018

Haunting!!! Don’t read this book alone at night unless you keep the lights on!!! See my reviews here! This is my first book by Mark Edwards and I absolutely loved it! I wasn’t sure what the genre would be at first, because it has such a tone of the supernatural about it. I think it is best for reader......more

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