The Stranger in Her House

De: John Marrs

Narrado por: Elizabeth Knowelden, Soneela Nankani, Steve West

Shortlisted for the CWA Twisted Dagger 2025 Award.

"A proper twisty thriller."—Sarah Pinborough

A stranger has infiltrated your family…and now he’s taking over.

Paul’s just here to help, or so he claims—sent by a charity for vulnerable people to do odd jobs for elderly widow Gwen. But for Gwen’s daughter Connie, there’s just something about Paul that rings alarm bells from day one. He’s a little too kind, a little too involved…Worse still, Gwen seems to have fallen under his spell.

The last thing Connie wants is a stranger meddling in the safe routine she’s built around Gwen. She loves being the one Gwen turns to for cooking, cleaning and company. But the more Paul visits, the more Gwen is relying on him. By the time he conveniently finds himself between homes and has no choice but to move in, Connie is certain he’s trying to push her out completely.

It’s her word against his, though, and as her attempts to unmask him become ever more desperate she’s not the only one left wondering if she’s lost her grip on reality. But when events start spiralling rapidly out of her control, should Connie wage all-out war on Paul and risk losing Gwen forever—or has that been his plan all along?

©2024 by John Marrs. (P)2023 Brilliance Publishing, Inc., all rights reserved.

Reseñas de la Crítica

“Though not yet a household name, Marrs is an incredibly talented storyteller with a built-in audience who knows what he can do. When unfamiliar readers get their hands on this one, they’ll want more.”—Booklist

“I inhaled this book. A novel of second guesses, of mistrustful characters and downright terrifying ones. An absolute ride of a thriller. I loved it.”—L. V. Matthews, author of The Twins and The Silent Waters

Wow the twists

John did it again! I am not sure who upset me more Connie or Paul. I don’t want to give too much spoiler. You’ll have to listen for yourself!

INTRIGUING

This was a most intriguing story. I had an idea of what the story was about just from the title...without reading the summary. I was wrong. It was one of those...what you think you know...you don't really. Plus, the antagonist(s) are not as they seem. But, you'll understand, once you read. Either way, you are sure to enjoy this story. I know I did.
Kudos, John...you did an awesome job.

The stranger in her house 

Sweet revenge. What else can I say? A good satisfying read. So many twists and turns. It was like watching a train wreck. 

Twisty!

What a ride! If there’s one thing you can guarantee about a John Marrs book is that you never really know where the story is going to take you, they are the opposite of predictable. This one is no exception, great characters (I didn’t like any of them!) excellent storyline and fabulous narration.

Best advice is to strap in and enjoy!

love love love me some John Marrs

Another fantastic John Marrs literary creation! So many twists and turns. 5/5 would read again.