The Cove

An absolutely gripping thriller that will have you hooked

By: Gregg Dunnett

Narrated by: Jan Cramer

""Wow... this book had it all! Suspense, intrigue, action... a great whodunnit I never saw coming."" Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

After the sudden death of her husband, Christine Harvey would do anything to give her precious children Molly and Ryan a fresh start. The huge clifftop house she’s hastily purchased has the most breath-taking ocean view she’s ever seen. Surely here they can someday be happy again?

But Christine had no idea that her family’s new dream house is right next door to where a child was abducted and murdered. And nobody told her that the father – who was the main suspect in the police investigation before it collapsed – still lives there.

Everyone urges her to move on, but Christine can’t stop thinking about that child. Fearing for the safety of Molly and Ryan, she frantically delves deeper into the old case, looking for anything that will give them some answers.

But some secrets are best left buried, and as the behaviour of their new neighbour grows increasingly unsettling, Christine wonders if digging up this one was the worst thing she could have done for her family…

From the number-one bestselling author, this is an unputdownable read with a twist that will make you gasp. Perfect for fans of JP Delaney, The Housemaid and Shari Lapena, you won’t be able to put this book down.

What readers are saying about The Cove:

“From page one I was hooked. The story grips you and I did not want to put it down, but at the same time I didn't want it to end because I was enjoying the story so much… I felt I was holding my breath all day yesterday while reading it.” Online reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“RIVETING!!... What an amazingly riveting book!! I couldn’t put it down… The twists and turns were so well thought out.” Online reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“A huge twist… I certainly didn't see the end coming… A shocking and unexpected ending. Recommended.” Online reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Wow, this was really good… an exciting book with an ending I didn't see coming. Good story with great characters. More, please.” Online reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Well-drawn characters, gripping story, great twists! This is definitely worth losing yourself in, apparently until 2.30am yet again!” Online reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Thrilling!... I couldn't quit reading because I just HAD to know what was coming next.” Online reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Narrator voice distracted from the story!

I was so excited about this book based on the reviews! Personally, I found the narrators voice to be distracting & wonder if I would have enjoyed the story more if I read it versus audio

The actual references to real life

I am o lying on chapter 16, and I love the book and the characters, but thank you to the author who actually mentions the pamdemic, the most horrifying thing our generation has seen so far.

Another good book from Gregg Dunnett!

Loved Little Ghost by the same author and found this one. Narration for the main Detective (Erica) was a little harsh but overall, like she was an un-empathetic Robot at times, but this was a good book that kept me engaged and focused. Never predicted who did it!!

Great story!

First time listening to a book by this author. I will definitely look for mate books by this author

Sort of okay

I read Little Ghosts by Gregg Dunnet and really enjoyed it, so I went looking for another of his works. The Cove was his latest release so I had high hopes.

The writing was decent overall but there were some glaring holes in the plot, namely why the mother chose to move to the cove. It made no sense and wasn't really explained. You'll know what I mean toward the end of the book.

What almost killed me, however, was the narration. The characters were so ridiculously over-performed, especially when the main character (Erika) was speaking, that I found myself cringing throughout the entire book. I think Erika could have been portrayed as a strong, intelligent and focused detective without the loud/clipped/obnoxious voice she was given. It made her unlikable to the point of distraction.

While not a favorite, I would have found the story worth the credit but the narration killed it for me.