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Another great book from Mark. Yes, it was slow but, it kept the reader interested all the way through. Loved this one. Twisty and thrilling. My thanks to netgalley and the publishers for giving me the opportunity to read this book in return for an honest review.

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I did not finish this one, it was not for me, I couldn't relate to the characters, and just did not care for the story.

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So when I read this book way back in May I wrote a review and did it on Goodreads but for some reason it didn't save. I do remember really enjoying this book.

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My thanks to NetGalley and Amazon Publishing Uk for a copy of “ Keep Her Secret” for an honest review.

This is my first time reading a Mark Edwards book and I really enjoyed it .
For me this was a bit of a slow burner, but once I’d got into it I was hooked. The story was suspenseful and full of twists and I’ll definitely try more of his previous books .

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Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC.
Another great book by Edwards. His books never disappoint. Great read and thriller.
I think I finished this one in a couple days.

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This one scared me to death! A freaking awesome physcological thriller that made my skin crawl. I liked the characters and the atmosphere.

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Another great novel from mark edwards. May have felt a little far fetched in places but a fast paced thrilling storyline that I enjoyed.

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I love Mark Edwards books and this was no exception his easy to read flowing writing tells a great story.
There was plenty of twists and surprises along the way to keep me gripped.
Meeting up after 20 years at a college reunion Matthew and Helena are attracted to each other immediately, they used to date in college and how much their lives have changed since.
Helena did something bad but how far were the pair of them prepared to go to keep her secret ?!?

Thank you to Thomas & Mercer, Mark Edwards and Netgalley for an ARC in return for an honest review.

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Mark Edwards writes the twistiest of complex plots and Keep Her Secret hit the mark!

I loved the whole concept behind this novel. The shocking confession, the ensuing blackmail, and the stunning story that follows.

Just what will we do to keep our secrets safe or those of the ones we love?

Bravo, Mr. Edwards, Bravo!

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I've read a few of Mark Edwards thrillers and enjoyed them all - this one was no exception. A quick and fun read and a very gripping insight into the spiralling effects of one decision. There was lots of twists and turns and I did guess that one character may not have been as dead as believed but it didn't detract from my enjoyment of the plot.

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Well, what can I say? Well, firstly thank you to Mark Edwards for allowing me to read this. I suppose I had to really as I feature quite prominently in the book. All I can say is I hope life doesn’t imitate art when it comes to how I might die (sorry minor plot giveaway). Anyway to the book. A great, gripping read that kept me going and not just to see how my namesake was getting on. A horrible secret makes the romance of the main characters turn deadly. This sets the tone for the rest of book as the couple veer from mistake to calamity and back again to try and keep the secret hidden. I really enjoyed this book and would recommend it to anyone who loves Mark Edwards writing.

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A couple start up a relationship again after meeting at a reunion and go on holiday together in Iceland where she she confesses a secret to him which is overheard by another member of the group. This sets off a series events that escalate.

An interesting set of characters and fast paced storyline makes this a compulsive read.

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The premise is really simple: to keep her secret. It's quite a shocking secret, but all that has to be done is to keep quiet about it and all will be well. Right.

The story starts with a romantic holiday in the dramatic and beautiful Iceland. A couple have met up again after first being together at university and are enjoying their holiday and being together. Until there is a near-death incident and confessional. The protagonist knows that they are both decent human beings caught up in something rather huge, and he reminds himself of that fact throughout the story, always aiming to do the right thing given the circumstances. But the fear that he may be wrong about his girlfriend is rather exciting to him.

The story is pacy and well written, told mainly in the first person with the occasional chapter from the girlfriend. The sense of place both in Iceland and a fictionalised part of Brighton is very evocative and is definitely a strong feature of this book. History of the landscape is integral to the story, too, and is something I really enjoy.

Tense and immensely human, a true psychological thriller that illustrates how nothing is ever as simple as we initially plan. A story about survival, control, secrets and incredulous secrets. A good read, recommended.

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Thank you to Netgalley for an advanced copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

This is the second book I have read by this author. Unfortunately, I have decided that this style of writing is not for me. Too disjointed for my liking.

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A new author for me and one that I will be looking out for. So many twists in this story that I did not see coming.
Thank you to Netgalley for giving me the chance to read this ARC

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I found this hard to get into but eventually I got into it and enjoyed it, it was really entertaining loved all the twists. I have loved all mark edwards books

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This gripping thriller explores the dark secrets and moral dilemmas that unfold between a reunited couple. The plot takes unexpected turns, keeping readers on the edge of their seats. The characters' complex motivations and the escalating tension make for a compelling read. It raises thought-provoking questions about trust, loyalty, and the lengths one would go to protect a loved one.

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I enjoyed this story and the characters within. Mark has a gift for creating memorable environments. I also liked that this thriller was easy to read and had a deep storyline without getting lost in the weeds. The time passed quickly, basically was able to read in one sitting.

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I raced through this gripping book, which was so welcome as I had just read a lengthy saga which required concentration. It was so lovely to whip through a book that is so easy to read because of the sheer clarity of the prose and short, sharp chapters. The premise is fantastic – Mark’s new girlfriend, thinking she’s about to die, blurts out her terrible secret. This leads to all sorts of deadly complications in their lives – but also binds them together. I was drawn into their dilemma, literally finding myself unable to breathe and feeling as though I was suffocating at times. Great fun, although with lots of dead bodies, and I adored the Icelandic setting at the start.

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When Matthew and Helena get back together, they find themself in a bit of a sticky situation in Iceland, prompting Helena to make a shocking confession. Matthew can't believe Helena would have done what she says but it turns out someone heard her confession and is now using it to their own advantage.

This book started out slow for me but once I reached the 50% mark, things really started to happen. I had my doubts about Helena and kept wondering whether she was genuine and felt sorry for Matthew, having to get so involved. A lot of the scenario was not overly believable, but it was still fun to read. This is definitely one of those popcorn thrillers that will leave you gasping right til the end. I look forward to reading other books by this author.

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