The Manor House, Gilly Macmillan
The Manor House, Gilly Macmillan
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The Manor House
A Novel

Author: Gilly Macmillan

Narrator: Ethan Reid, Nathalie Buscombe, Clare Corbett, Fenella Woolger, Josh Dylan, Ben Allen, Sian Thomas

Unabridged: 11 hr 46 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: William Morrow

Published: 11/07/2023


Synopsis

From the New York Times bestselling author of The Nanny and What She Knew comes the terrifying story of what can happen after all your dreams come trueBe careful what you wish for...Childhood sweethearts Nicole and Tom are a normal, loving couple—until a massive lottery win changes their lives overnight.Soon they’ve moved into a custom-built state-of-the-art Glass Barn on the stunning grounds of Lancaut Manor in Gloucestershire. They have fancy cars, expensive hobbies, and an exclusive lifestyle they never could have imagined.But this dream world quickly turns into a nightmare when Tom is found dead in the swimming pool. Was Tom’s death a tragic accident, or was it something worse?Nicole is devastated. Tom was her rock. And their beautiful barn —with all its smart features that never seem to work for her—is beginning to feel very lonely. But she’s not entirely by herself out there in the country. There’s a nice young couple who live in the Manor itself along with their middle-aged housekeeper who has the Coach House. And an old friend of Tom’s from school has turned up to help her get through her grief. But big money can bring big problems and big threats. And is Nicole's life in danger as well?Nicole’s beginning to feel like a little fish in a big glass bowl.Surrounded by piranhas.Don't miss these other chilling novels by New York Times bestselling author Gilly Macmillan:The Long WeekendTo Tell You the TruthThe NannyI Know YouOdd Child OutThe Perfect GirlWhat She Knew

About Gilly Macmillan

Gilly Macmillan is an internationally bestselling author acclaimed for her gripping psychological thrillers and emotionally layered mysteries. With a signature style that blends sharp suspense, immersive atmosphere, and character-driven tension, Macmillan has captivated millions of readers across the globe. Her breakout novel What She Knew launched her onto bestseller lists worldwide, and she has since continued to deliver intricately plotted stories that keep audiences guessing until the very last page.

A former photography lecturer and graduate of the University of Bristol, Macmillan brings a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of human emotion to every book she writes. Her novels frequently explore the secrets, fractures, and moral dilemmas that shape families and communities, earning her praise from critics and a devoted international fan base.

Translated into dozens of languages, Macmillan's work has been nominated for major awards and consistently ranks among the most compelling voices in modern crime fiction. She lives in the UK, where she continues to craft dark, twist-filled stories that combine psychological depth with page-turning suspense.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Ceecee on March 22, 2023

3.5 rounds down Nicole Booth drives home to her fabulous house, The Glass Barn on the Lancaut peninsula only to find her husband Tom dead in the pool. She dials 999 and then rushes next door to the Manor House for help from Olly and Sasha along with their housekeeper Kitty. Detectives Hal Sheen and......more

Goodreads review by Erin on May 19, 2023

See my review on www.mysteryandsuspense.com Gilly Macmillan is known for her taut, suspenseful thrillers such as “The Nanny” and “The Long Weekend” and her newest release, “The Fall”, fits right in! Its intense plot, relatable characters and plethora of exciting twists and turns will leave readers......more

Goodreads review by Wendy Darling on January 27, 2024

I really enjoyed being inside these characters’ heads. All the POVs are well done, particularly Anna’s and the dead husband’s. It is very difficult to reveal things to the audience that the narrator doesn’t know him/herself, and you can’t help but get nervous and distraught on their behalf as the st......more

Goodreads review by Amanda on July 31, 2023

Nicola and Tom, childhood sweethearts lives change enormously when they win 10 million on the lottery. Nicola returns home from a County Show to their fabulous state of the art custom built conversion, on the Lancaut Peninsula to find her husband dead in their swimming pool. Nicola runs to her neigh......more