A deadly choice. A secret between friends or a stab in the back?

Four friends as close as they come. Until a girl's weekend away leaves them with a shared secret that could destroy them all.

But a secret is safe among friends, isn't it? That's what they think until in turn they all in turn receive a letter with the grim truth written down in black and white. Someone wants money for their silence - and quick...

With the clock ticking, the girls must work out who they can trust and who's been watching them. And ultimately, discover what they'd do to keep the truth among friends.

A gripping thriller from the dark side of Manchester, new for 2025

About the Author

Karen Woods writes about the world she grew up in and her beloved Manchester - in all its light and shade - is in every book. A reluctant reader until the age of 39 when an adult literacy course unlocked her future career, Karen has since written twenty-seven books set in and around the dark side of the city. She has appeared on Loose Women, The One Show and in an array of national press. Alongside her writing, Karen works in the school system and runs writing workshops to unlock the power of creativity. Find her on Twitter and Instagram @karenwoodsbooks.

Reviews

'The northern Martina Cole' Melanie Blake, bestselling author of Ruthless Women

'Wow! Karen Woods has delivered a gripping read full of grit and with characters to keep you turning the pages. And that ending! I didn't see that coming at all. Loved it. 5 huge stars from me.'Caz Finlay, author of the Bad Blood series

Book Information
ISBN 9780008700393
Author Karen Woods
Format Paperback
Page Count 320
Imprint HarperNorth
Publisher HarperCollins Publishers
Weight(grams) 270g
Dimensions(mm) 198mm * 129mm * 20mm