The Family Retreat

By: Bev Thomas

Narrated by: Willow Nash

When Rob decides the family needs to get away for the summer Jess is not convinced—won't all the things they're escaping be waiting for them on their return? But the kids are thrilled, and before long their idyllic little cottage, the sea air, and the feel of skin sticky from sun-cream, lollies and sand, begins to work its magic.

Jess allows herself to sink into the holiday vibes—the family even make holiday friends. As the summer heat intensifies Jess—ever vigilant—unearths a secret—a problem she's sure she can help solve. But things are not always as they seem. The water may look inviting but even the gentlest looking waves can hide the deadliest undercurrents.

This summer Jess is determined to fix things where she's failed before, but life is rarely that simple. This holiday is going to end in a way she could never have imagined...

©2022 Bev Thomas (P)2020 W F Howes

Great story

Nice story. intriguing characters, great setting. There is not a lot that happens in the story but it is well thought out and told well.

Excellent

All that I can say is buy this book.
This was my first experience reading Bev Thomas and I knew from the very first sentence that I would love it.
There is an understanding and an awareness of the human condition with which she writes that I’ve honestly never found before.
Not only is this an incredible story, relatable, mysterious, engaging and filled with exceptionally drawn characters, it’s a beautifully written book.
You will not be disappointed.
Also, the narration is absolutely exquisite.
I loved this book and I really believe other readers will too.
Bev Thomas has a gift and a rare talent.
I can’t wait to see what she does next.
I was utterly moved by this one.

So boring!

I wish I knew why this book got good reviews. It’s so beyond boring I couldn’t get through chapter 7. And that was a huge slog to make it that far. There’s no tension, this is definitely not suspenseful as advertised. This book is awful and boring AF. Save yourself a credit.