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Mice

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Mice

By: Gordon Reece
Narrated by: Polly Lee
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An electrifying psychological thriller about a mother and daughter pushed to their limits.Shelley and her mom have been menaced long enough. Excused from high school where a trio of bullies nearly killed her, and still reeling from her parents' humiliating divorce, Shelley has retreated with her mother to the quiet of Honeysuckle Cottage in the countryside. Thinking their troubles are over, they revel in their cozy, secure life of gardening and books, hot chocolate and Brahms by the fire. But on the eve of Shelley's sixteenth birthday, an unwelcome guest disturbs their peace and something inside Shelley snaps. What happens next will shatter all their certainties-about their safety, their moral convictions, the limits of what they are willing to accept, and what they're capable of.Debut novelist Gordon Reece has written a taut tale of gripping suspense, packed with action both comic and terrifying. Shelley is a spellbinding narrator, and her delectable mix of wit, irony, and innocence transforms the major current issue of bullying into an edge- of-your-seat story of fear, violence, family loyalty, and the outer reaches of right and wrong. Thriller & Suspense Suspense Exciting

Critic reviews

"A sophisticated psychological thriller...gripping" —The Guardian

“A gripping, flawless novel…memorable, atmospheric and chilling.” —Sophie Hannah, author of The Wrong Mother

“A slow-burner whose tension builds and builds."The Daily Mail
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This crime novel turns unexpectedly into an examination of what is just about self preservation and the crime of murder. A bit unrealistic ending that does not spoil the story. Bullying and assertiveness are main themes. Also cunning and naïveté. Enjoyed the suspense!

Have No Fear!

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I loved it! The novel had me in its grip from beginning to end! A must listen!

Riveting!

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This was an excellent character study of two mousy women who find their power. Sometimes I was so tense I had to stop, then carry on. Highly recommend!

So riveting I couldn't stop reading

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Holds your attention. Many twists and turns. It's not a realistic story, but keeps your mind rolling along.

Story is a but crazy!

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I have listened to this book 4 times. I love it so much. Great story!!!

I love this book!!

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