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The Family Friend

By: Claire Douglas
Narrated by: Alix Dunmore, Charlotte Worthing, Juliet Stevenson, Roy McMillan
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THE NAIL-BITING NEW THRILLER FROM THE NUMBER ONE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER

When Imogen is told she’s inherited a country house near Bath, she thinks it must be a mistake. She last saw its owner, reclusive artist Dorothea Roe, sixteen years ago, during a tragic summer which changed her life for ever.

Now, with partner Josh in tow, it’s a chance for a fresh start.

But after discovering an old box with her name on it in Dorothea’s abandoned study, Imogen starts to believe the woman was trying to send her a secret message.

And when rumours begin to swirl that Dorothea was murdered, she starts to suspect that this gift might not be the life-line she thought it was.

Who would want to kill Dorothea?

Could it be tangled up in Imogen’s own dark family history?

And what if Imogen is now the one in danger?

'Claire Douglas is a class act - she never, ever disappoints' LISA JEWELL

© Claire Douglas 2026 (P) Penguin Audio 2026

 Crime Fiction Crime Thrillers Domestic Thrillers Mystery Suspense Thriller & Suspense Women Sleuths

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Clever, humane, with gasp-out-loud twists, it’s a story that lingers in the mind long after the last page. (EVE CHASE)
One of the most reliable names in unputdownable suspense.
A pacy gripping thriller that fans will lap up
Dark and addictive... This thriller has got it all...you'll be hooked!
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I read most of the books by Claire Douglas, but this one left me a bit dispirited.. I thought it had too many twists and turns and overly complicated story. It was a long read for me..

Overcomplicated plot

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I had this in my wish list ready for it to be released and just like the others it was another great story.
Great plot filled with mystery and I love how Claire always manages to weave all the characters stories together that leaves you guessing until the end

Another great story from Claire Douglas!

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imaginative storyline, loved the characters would have liked the story to continue to discover what ‘ happened next’ this will not be the last book I purchase from this author

Twists to the end!

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What a great story. Not predictable unlike some.Great all the way through with twists and turns throughout.

Great listen

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I love all her books you just don’t know who done it no matter how hard I try another great book

How clever the plot is

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