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The Christmas Guest

By: Peter Swanson
Narrated by: Esther Wane
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From the Sunday Times bestselling author

'TIS THE SEASON TO BE WARY

When Ashley Smith - a bright-eyed but lonely American studying in London - is invited to spend Christmas with her classmate's family at their Cotswolds manor house, it seems like a perfect country idyll. And for Ashley - who records it all in her diary - there's the added romantic potential of her friend's twin brother, Adam, who she thinks could be her wildest dream come true. But is there something strange about the old house, both stately and rundown? What could the motives of the mysterious Chapman family be? And what holiday horrors might be lying in wait?

©2023 Faber & Faber (P)2023 Faber & Faber Gothic Horror Psychological Suspense Thriller & Suspense Scary Fiction Christmas Winter

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Critic reviews

'Fiendishly good.' Observer

'Superb, elegant crime writing with more than a nod to the genre's past.' Daily Mail
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The story is good, and keeps the interest throughout, however whether intentional or not the pages rustling through the diary read are so distracting.

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A very short story which is a little bit different but not all that interesting really

Different

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Started really well then took a big dip halfway. Just about made it through. Audio good

Disappointing

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Really interesting- book didn’t follow the path I was expecting. Well written and well read

Unusual

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Everything perfect really enjoyed the premise. Great twist at the end . Would highly recommend must check this author’s other works

Great story

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Bought before I realised how short it was but I really enjoyed it nonetheless ! Excellent narration

Wish it was longer!

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Not a bad story really just lacking some depth but hey that’s just my option!

A bit disappointing

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I loved the two sides of the story and I am looking out for more books by this author.Loved it especially the ending

excellent story

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Short but sweet.
Loved the two sides to the story.
Definitely worth a read if you love a crime

Loved it

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This was an OK read… I only read it for book club. The characters were just a bit insipid and dull.
Did like the twist! But; it could have been brought to a conclusion sooner.

Bland

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