The Villa: A Novel by Rachel Hawkins (English) Hardcover Book

Description: The Villa by Rachel Hawkins From the New York Times bestselling author Rachel Hawkins comes a deliciously wicked new gothic suspense, set at an Italian villa with a dark history, for fans of Lucy Foley and Ruth Ware. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description As kids, Emily and Chess were inseparable. But by their 30s, their bond has been strained by the demands of their adult lives. So when Chess suggests a girls trip to Italy, Emily jumps at the chance to reconnect with her best friend.Villa Aestas in Orvieto is a high-end holiday home now, but in 1974, it was known as Villa Rosato, and rented for the summer by a notorious rock star, Noel Gordon. In an attempt to reignite his creative spark, Noel invites up-and-coming musician, Pierce Sheldon to join him, as well as Pierces girlfriend, Mari, and her stepsister, Lara. But he also sets in motion a chain of events that leads to Mari writing one of the greatest horror novels of all time, Lara composing a platinum album--and ends in Pierces brutal murder.As Emily digs into the villas complicated history, she begins to think there might be more to the story of that fateful summer in 1974. That perhaps Pierces murder wasnt just a tale of sex, drugs, and rock & roll gone wrong, but that something more sinister might have occurred--and that there might be clues hidden in the now-iconic works that Mari and Lara left behind.Yet the closer that Emily gets to the truth, the more tension she feels developing between her and Chess. As secrets from the past come to light, equally dangerous betrayals from the present also emerge--and it begins to look like the villa will claim another victim before the summer ends. Author Biography RACHEL HAWKINS is the New York Times bestselling author of The Wife Upstairs and Reckless Girls, as well as multiple books for young readers. Her work has been translated in over a dozen countries. She studied gender and sexuality in Victorian literature at Auburn University and currently lives in Alabama. Review "Clever and wickedly fun, The Villa is a moody labyrinth of a novel fortified by Hawkinss evident knowledge of Gothic conventions: missing manuscripts, debauched aristocrats, isolated locales and the like....a spooky, intricate thriller." --The Washington Post "A catnip literary premise: Its a dual-timeline psychological thriller inspired by the birthplace of the novel Frankenstein...all deliciously atmospheric fun." --The Seattle Times "Hawkins casts a sharp eye throughout to the way we construct stories about female artists--and the moral ambiguity inherent in creation and fame. The effect lingers like a shadow, or a creature, that endures past the final words. Hawkins manages to achieve the seemingly impossible: A Frankenstein-inspired novel that feels both fresh and unique." --Kirkus (starred review) "This storys finely honed interplay of creative ambition and haunting sadness makes it a step above. Hawkins pokes at the darker aspects of both true crime and self-help, and it works beautifully. Hawkins star is definitely on the rise after two bestsellers, and this one will propel her further into the stratosphere." --Booklist (starred review) "The White Lotus" vibes with a side of moody, gothic suspense elements? Well take it." --TheSkimm "Equally compelling dual timelines intertwine as The Villa progresses, showcasing Hawkins skill at crafting intriguing characters who take the notion of an unreliable narrator to clever new heights. Sly commentary on self-help and true crime mixes nicely with eerie gothic elements in this inventive and provocative tale that explores the dark side of artistic genius and the corrosive effects of unhealthy relationships...Fans of twisty, creepy, layered thrillers will revel in their suspenseful stay at The Villa." --Bookpage "Friendship and professional jealousy fuel this nail-biter...Intense characters complement the brisk plot, which shifts smoothly between the present and 1974. Hawkins consistently entertains." --Publishers Weekly "In The Villa, Rachel Hawkins brilliantly stitches together past and present, deftly luring readers into a deliciously dark tale filled with twisted secrets, suspect loyalties, and deadly encounters. I tore through this haunting thrill ride at breakneck speed but hated to see it end. Everything about The Villa is pitch-perfect, again proving that Hawkins is the reigning queen of suspense." --Heather Gudenkauf, New York Times bestselling author of The Overnight Guest "Cleverly-narrated via past and present timelines...The Villa teems with sexual tension, festering tempers, and questionable friendships. Hawkins latest thriller reminds us that no matter what truths we think weve stumbled upon, writers cannot always be trusted--and certainly not the tales they tell." --Sarah Penner, New York Times bestselling author of The Lost Apothecary "Rachel Hawkins DELIVERS with The Villa. Slick, twisty, and packed full of pop culture references spanning decades, this book is a perfectly delicious read. I devoured it as fast as I could and wanted to read it again immediately. Buy one for yourself and another for your best friend because youll want to talk about it for days." --Deanna Raybourn, New York Times bestselling author of Killers of a Certain Age Promotional From the New York Times bestselling author Rachel Hawkins comes a deliciously wicked new gothic suspense, set at an Italian villa with a dark history, for fans of Lucy Foley and Ruth Ware. Review Quote "Cleverly-narrated via past and present timelines... The Villa teems with sexual tension, festering tempers, and questionable friendships. Hawkins latest thriller reminds us that no matter what truths we think weve stumbled upon, writers cannot always be trusted--and certainly not the tales they tell." --Sarah Penner, New York Times bestselling author of The Lost Apothecary "In The Villa , Rachel Hawkins brilliantly stitches together past and present, deftly luring readers into a deliciously dark tale filled with twisted secrets, suspect loyalties, and deadly encounters. I tore through this haunting thrill ride at breakneck speed but hated to see it end. Everything about The Villa is pitch-perfect, again proving that Hawkins is the reigning queen of suspense." --Heather Gudenkauf, N ew York Times bestselling author of The Overnight Guest Details ISBN125028001X Author Rachel Hawkins Short Title The Villa Pages 288 Language English Year 2023 ISBN-10 125028001X ISBN-13 9781250280015 Format Hardcover Publication Date 2023-01-03 Subtitle A Novel Publisher St Martins Press Imprint St Martins Press Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States AU Release Date 2023-01-03 NZ Release Date 2023-01-03 US Release Date 2023-01-03 UK Release Date 2023-01-03 DEWEY 813.6 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:139399056;

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