The Winners, Gillian Jackson
The Winners, Gillian Jackson
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The Winners

Author: Gillian Jackson

Narrator: Siobhan Waring

Unabridged: 6 hr 54 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 08/21/2025


Synopsis

A fortune won. A past unearthed. A family forever changed.When Malcolm and Julie Grainger win twenty-two million pounds in the Euro Lottery, their future seems bright. But as news spreads, so do the shadows of Malcolm’s long-buried past. Encouraged by his ailing father to read his childhood journals, Malcolm revisits a painful time—his mother’s arrest for murder, schoolyard torment, and the sudden move that erased everything he once knew.Among the ghosts that resurface is Phillip Rapier, Malcolm’s school bully, now grown and venomous. When Rapier threatens blackmail, the Graingers refuse to be intimidated. But soon, sinister events begin to unfold, and the past proves harder to shake than Malcolm ever imagined.As the family tries to move forward with their lives, and their newfound fortune, Julie turns to a kind stranger for comfort. But Sean Henderson is not who he seems, and his connection to Malcolm's past is far more dangerous than anyone suspects…A gripping tale of secrets, second chances, and the high price of silence, The Winners is perfect for fans of domestic thrillers with heart and history.

About Gillian Jackson

Gillian Jackson lives in Darlington in the North East of England, with her husband and rescue dog, Liffey. With four adult children and nine grandchildren, there is always plenty to do, but her passion for writing occupies much of her time.

After a career in childcare as the owner/manager of a Day Nursery, Gillian changed course and trained as a therapeutic counselor. Following this, five years working in the voluntary sector for Victim Support brought a whole new range of experiences as she supported victims of crimes, from burglary to homicide. The characters Gillian creates are inspired from the diversity of people she has met throughout her working life.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Faye on September 05, 2025

This book was riveting. I couldn't stop turning the pages to see what would happen next.......more

Goodreads review by Vanessa on August 20, 2025

The Winners by Gillian Jackson was an excellent domestic thriller that will have you gripped from the very beginning till the very end, especially as it was full of brilliant twists and turns throughout that will have you turning the pages of your kindle quickly to find out what happens next. Julie......more

Goodreads review by Liz on August 19, 2025

I have read all of Gillian Jackson’s books and really love how she makes all her characters come alive as real people who we can relate to and this she achieves in The Winners. Malcolm and Julie have a happy life together with two grown up children and three grandchildren. Malcolm works as a securit......more

Goodreads review by Eva on July 29, 2025

The Winners by Gillian Jackson is a suspenseful and nerve-wracking domestic thriller that combines heart and history, featuring a compelling premise that explores the darker aspects of sudden wealth. The book is primarily told in the present, but to grasp certain elements, we must delve into the past......more

Goodreads review by Paula on August 19, 2025

Malcolm & Julie win the lottery, £22 million to be precise. They have always been content with their lives, a loving close knit family all in the local area and jobs that they enjoy. On finding out the news of their windfall they decide to give up their jobs and help out their immediate family but s......more