The Other People 🏠
- The_Secret_Bookreview
- Apr 10
- 2 min read
Updated: 5 days ago
By C.B. Everett.
In this high-concept thriller, ten strangers wake up in a locked, eerie house without a memory of how they got there. They’re given a harrowing task: solve the disappearance of a missing girl to secure their freedom.
But as the hours tick by, a killer begins picking them off one by one, and the group realises they may not survive the night. With nods to Agatha Christie and the psychological tension of Shutter Island, this gripping story keeps you on edge as the mysteries deepen.
The book draws you in immediately with its unsettling premise, and the confined setting amplifies the tension. Each character is well-drawn, with distinct personalities that make it easy to follow their perspectives as they uncover clues and face growing fear. Adding a unique twist, the story includes an omniscient narrator who ties the threads together, offers wry commentary and sprinkles clever hints. This voice adds a layer of wit and intrigue, lightening the tension while keeping the reader fully engaged.
The plot races forward with relentless pacing and shocking twists that challenge your assumptions. As the group’s connections to one another are revealed and the body count rises, the questions multiply:
Who brought them here?
Why are they being forced into this deadly game?
And who—or what—is watching them from the shadows?
What sets this book apart is its ability to blend a classic locked-room mystery with psychological depth and surprising thematic exploration. The story delves into trust, survival, and the darker aspects of human nature, offering more than just a standard whodunit.
If you’re a fan of twisty, fast-paced thrillers with depth, The Other People is an absolute must-read. It’s clever, unsettling, and packed with surprises that will keep you thinking long after you’ve turned the final page.
Thank you so much to the author - C.B. Everett and the team at Black Crow PR for running this book tour!
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