The Insect House

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Pub Date Apr 03 2017 | Archive Date Jun 14 2018

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Description

Some secrets just won’t stay buried. 
HELEN and GARETH grew up in the 70’s in a world where absolute freedom was the norm. But the arrival of a predatory priest saw the sibling’s childhood paradise turn rotten. A murder was committed. Gareth went A.W.O.L and Helen put her life on hold. 
Twenty-five years later, Gareth is back. 
Coping strategies used to get through abuse, can bite back. 
‘Loved this. Well constructed plot with a twist at the end.’ (Amazon uk) 
‘An Outstanding piece of new writing.’ James Holloway. 
‘An intense compelling read.’ Jean McNeil. UEA 
'A gripping psychological thriller, more Woman on a Train Wreck, than Girl on the Train.' T. Hall

Some secrets just won’t stay buried. 
HELEN and GARETH grew up in the 70’s in a world where absolute freedom was the norm. But the arrival of a predatory priest saw the sibling’s childhood paradise...


Advance Praise

"An outstanding piece of new writing" James Holloway. The Cut. "An intense compelling read." Jean McNeil. “Loved this. Well constructed plot with a twist at the end.” (Amazon uk)

"An outstanding piece of new writing" James Holloway. The Cut. "An intense compelling read." Jean McNeil. “Loved this. Well constructed plot with a twist at the end.” (Amazon uk)


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ISBN 9781521265932
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Featured Reviews

I find starting a new book to be exciting. The questions - Will I like it? Will I feel empathy with the characters? etc.

This book left me with more questions than it answered. A low key story that keeps you guessing - even the ending leaves you guessing. Would I recommend it - yes I would. I've never read a similar book, they may be out there, but I've never read one. Thought provoking.

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I was not surprised to read that this book will be made into a movie in the near future. As there are only 5 (with a glimse of a 6th) people in it, and the whole story spans two days (with some hints to things that happened in the past) it is very gripping.
Despite the fact that there are only a handful of characters, the story has multiple layers that become clear one after another.
There is one relationship between a brother and a sister, who have a very different relationship with their mother. There is a second relationship between husband and wife, and these three have different relationships with two outsiders, one in the past and one in the present.
What happened 25 years ago and what is happening in the two days this story spans, inevitable leads to the very gripping and unexpected end.
Very well written, lots of suspense and interesting characters.

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This story so successfully transports you that you quickly lose track of all time. The ever present mystery pulls you along while you pull back, wanting to fully drink in the elaborate scenes and complex characters. You can easily summon in your minds eye the beautiful English landscape, filtered by the lens of harsh reality and dark secrets. The bizarre interactions between the characters are fascinating. Their dialogue keeps you guessing and wanting more. A tale so deliciously twisted, you won't want it to end.

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4.25 stars

A good build up of tension between an intimate set of characters.... leading you further forward (or further backwards) to reveal the secret that blew the family apart.
From quite early on the drip feed of clues gives you a good idea of what that secret Is,but throughout the book,it drips more and more,until you're looking at something quite different.
Brilliantly atmospheric,with a small cast of characters and a creepy crumbling house.

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Brilliant book, full of atmosphere and complex characters without being a cliche!
So excited to hear this will be made into a film as well!

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Thankyou to NetGalley, BookGoSocial and Shirley Day for the opportunity to read an ARC of The Insect House.
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. Even though I thought it was a bit slow to start, it was very compelling as the story unfolded. I can't wait to see the movie!

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Thank you to netgalley I received this as an ARC. I enjoyed it very much was good solid read. Solid 3.75 Stars for me!

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