The Guests by Margot Hunt Published by Thomas & Mercer on January 9, 2024
Genres: Suspense, Thriller
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Find the Author: Website, Twitter, Facebook, Goodreads, Amazon, Instagram, BookBubWhen a Category 5 hurricane is poised to hit their coastal Florida town, the Davies family takes refuge in their waterfront manse. Marlowe, Lee, and their teenage twins invite their close friends to wait out the storm in comfort and style.
Uninvited are the three strangers who dock on the family’s shore right before the storm descends. Brothers Jason and Bo—and Bo’s girlfriend, Darcy—are a charming, helpful trio in need of a safe haven that the Davies are only too happy to provide.
But as the storm outside grows more threatening, so does the tension in the house.
Soon, the lines between family, friends, and strangers blur. Danger mounts with every pointed finger and broken confidence, and long-held secrets are revealed one after another until only one truth not everyone is going to make it out alive.
My Thoughts
Margot Hunt presents a gripping story that delves into the intricate inner worlds of its characters. The book unravels the motivations and hidden agendas of the characters with masterful precision.
As the plot advances toward its climax, the sense of impending danger grows more and more intense, leaving readers with a chilling certainty that not everyone will emerge unscathed from this tempestuous ordeal.
Hunt’s expert storytelling skills amplify the suspense, creating an immersive experience that captivates readers until the end. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the nuances of human psychology and the power of suspenseful storytelling.
Thank you to NetGalley and Thomas & Mercer for allowing me to review this book.
About Margot Hunt
Margot Hunt is the author of LOVELY GIRLS, THE LAST AFFAIR, FOR BETTER AND WORSE, and BEST FRIENDS FOREVER. She has also written the Audible Original novellas TELL HER STORY, THE HOUSE ON THE WATER and BURIED DEEP. Her next book, THE GUESTS, will be released in January 2024.
