A Slow Fire Burning
When a young man is found gruesomely murdered in a London houseboat, it triggers questions about three women who knew him. Laura is the troubled one-night-stand last seen in the victim’s home. Carla is his grief-stricken aunt, already mourning the recent death of yet another family member. And Miriam is the nosy neighbor clearly keeping secrets from the police. Three women with separate connections to the victim. Three women who are – for different reasons – simmering with resentment. Who are, whether they know it or not, burning to right the wrongs done to them. When it comes to revenge, even good people might be capable of terrible deeds. How far might any one of them go to find peace? How long can secrets smolder before they explode into flame?
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A Slow Fire Burning: A Novel by Paula Hawkins
In the gripping and suspenseful novel "A Slow Fire Burning" by Paula Hawkins, the seemingly ordinary lives of three women become intertwined in a web of secrets, lies, and hidden motives.
The story unfolds in London, where Miriam, a caretaker in a North London apartment building, discovers the body of a tenant named Carla. As Miriam delves deeper into Carla's life, she uncovers a trail of disturbing secrets that suggest Carla's death was anything but accidental.
Meanwhile, Laura, a single mother struggling to make ends meet, is drawn into the case when she learns that her troubled sister Carla has been found dead. Laura sets out to uncover the truth behind her sister's demise, determined to find justice for Carla.
As Miriam and Laura's paths converge, they join forces with Theo, a local detective investigating Carla's murder. Together, they uncover a complex web of relationships and hidden connections that link Carla's death to a series of unsolved disappearances in the area.
As the investigation progresses, Miriam becomes the target of a mysterious stalker, leaving her fearing for her own safety. Laura, haunted by her sister's death, struggles to keep her family together while facing her own demons.
With each revelation, the truth about Carla's murder becomes more elusive, and the trio finds themselves caught in a dangerous game of cat and mouse. As tensions rise, they must race against time to uncover the identity of the killer before it's too late.
In "A Slow Fire Burning," Paula Hawkins weaves a masterful tale of psychological suspense that keeps readers on the edge of their seats until the very end. With its intricate plot, well-developed characters, and atmospheric setting, this novel is a must-read for fans of mystery, suspense, and psychological thrillers.
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