Showing results for "Retreats" in Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

Two years ago, Julia lost her family in a tragic accident. Her husband drowned trying to save their daughter, Lily, in the river near their rural home. But the little girl’s body was never found—and Julia believes Lily is somehow still alive. Alone and broke, Julia opens her house as a writers’ retreat. One of the first guests is Lucas, a horror novelist, who becomes obsessed with finding out what happened to Lily.

The Plot meets Please Join Us in this psychological suspense debut about a young author at an exclusive writer's retreat that descends into a nightmare. Alex has all but given up on her dreams of becoming a published author when she receives a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity: attend an exclusive...

When Lucy's mother dies unexpectedly, a mysterious Viking tattoo points to Arcania. Desperate for answers, Lucy books a stay at the retreat. At first, the mansion's eerie charm and its enigmatic owner, Cora Medville, seem harmless. But as whispers of a sordid past emerge, Lucy realises Arcania hides a deadly secret – and she might be its next victim. Decades earlier. Runaway Cora finds refuge in Arcania and falls under the spell of its charismatic owner, Harlan.

A beautiful con artist insinuates herself into a wealthy socialite’s life . . . with deadly consequences, in this serpentine thriller about identity and obsession, from—and narrated by—actress, director and bestselling author Krysten Ritter. Liz Dawson weaves through a crowd with the ease...

Nach dem sensationellen Erfolg von Das Sanatorium der zweite Fall für Detective Elin Warner. Die Einheimischen nennen die Insel Reaper's Rock – Fels des Sensenmanns. Vor Jahren hatte hier ein Serienkiller eine Gruppe Jugendlicher getötet, und man munkelt, der Ort sei verflucht. Nun wurde hier vor der malerischen Küste Devons ein Öko-Wellness-Retreat eröffnet, das Ruhe und Entspannung verspricht. Nichts deutet noch auf die dunkle Vergangenheit.

A "gorgeously written and atmospheric thriller" following a woman on a long-awaited visit to a mountain arts retreat—where she soon finds herself trapped among strangers and in a deadly race to survive (Robyn Harding). “Magnificently absorbing and haunting . . . With a dabble each of...

Under the shimmering light of a full moon, newly engaged couple Paul and Cora head home from a dinner party. But when a devastating car accident leaves Cora paralyzed from the waist down, their future together is changed in the blink of an eye. As Cora’s depression leads to a dependence on prescription pain meds, Paul turns to the works of inspirational self-help author Gabrielle Lawson. After learning of the guru’s week-long retreat focused on "energetic healing", Paul convinces a skeptical Cora to attend.

Nach dem sensationellen Erfolg von Das Sanatorium der zweite Fall für Detective Elin Warner. Die Einheimischen nennen die Insel Reaper's Rock – Fels des Sensenmanns. Vor Jahren hatte hier ein Serienkiller eine Gruppe Jugendlicher getötet, und man munkelt, der Ort sei verflucht. Nun wurde hier vor der malerischen Küste Devons ein Öko-Wellness-Retreat eröffnet, das Ruhe und Entspannung verspricht. Nichts deutet noch auf die dunkle Vergangenheit.

A gripping psychological thriller by bestselling author J.A. Baker! Chamber Cottage holds many dark secrets... Struggling to overcome their marital problems, Alec and Peggy hoped their new life at Chamber cottage would be the retreat they both needed to recover. Both damaged by issues from their...

'The Talented Mr Ripley meets How to Kill Your Family. Sharp, funny and has a twist you won't see coming' Eve Kellman Even for a con artist, Liz is about to take things way, way too far . . . Liz has always had a knack for charming people and gaining their trust. That's what makes her such a...

Love isn't on my mind when I sign up for the yearly Sinners Retreat, but a chance meeting at the airport changes everything. We click right away, and my bond with Kindra only deepens when we discover our mutual love for the most macabre hobbies. But then she brings up her brother's unsolved murder and her real reason for being here—to find his killer. That's when my past finally catches up with me, and I'm faced with an impossible choice.

Brought to you by Penguin. Will you brave The Retreat? The bestselling thriller from the author of The Sanatorium. They couldn't wait to stay here. An idyllic wellness retreat has opened on an island off the coast of Devon, promising rest and relaxation - but the island itself, known locally as...

Relax. Recharge. Run for your life. High in the secluded Swiss Alps, The Sorgente wellness retreat promises luxury, rejuvenation, and exclusivity: a paradise for celebrities seeking anonymity. Chloe – a stressed-out publicity crisis manager whose job just about qualifies her for this kind of...

It’s every writer’s dream. The chance to get away for a while, to carve out time and space to focus on your craft in a small group of like-minded creatives. And where better to do it than in a sprawling luxury estate in the Catskills? Surrounded by nothing but rugged mountains and wilderness, where not a soul will hear you scream… When Liv Montgomery is invited on an exclusive, week-long writing retreat, she can’t believe her luck. But some of her fellow novice writers are better at spinning a yarn than they seem.

A wealthy family's vacation at their lush winery estate becomes a weekend to kill for in this deliciously twisted novel of suspense “Absolutely captivating! A riveting and immersive puzzle for fans of Lucy Foley and Ruth Ware.” —Hank Phillippi Ryan WINNER OF THE AGATHA AWARD Every year...

‘A breathtaking thriller!… Spine tingling.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ As Bella drops her son off at university, she’s devastated. It’s been the two of them ever since Asher was born. The only thing helping her through is an upcoming week-long wilderness retreat in Sweden, a...

An undercover journalist goes to expose an exclusive psychological wellness clinic where women go to recover from heartbreak, with dire consequences, in this creepy thriller from The Bachelorette Party author Camilla Sten. Welcome to Himlafall Clinic, where we use revolutionary therapy...

When Rob decides the family needs to get away for the summer Jess is not convinced - won't all the things they're escaping be waiting for them on their return? But the kids are thrilled, and before long their idyllic little cottage, the sea air, and the feel of skin sticky from sun-cream...

Since my mom died, I've craved comfort, but now I'm seeking it in the worst place possible, the arms of a married man. I'm obsessed, and there's nothing more destructive than obsession. And now, I have to deal with the consequences of my actions. There is a photo and a threatening message to go with it. Someone knows about our secret affair. And they're going to make us pay . . . one way or another.

It all begins with a simple invitation. For five authors, it’s meant to be the start of a restful week, filled with free food, drinks, and like-minded company. But shortly after their arrival, things take an unsettling turn. Broken property, missing items, and strange noises are just some of the odd occurrences that have each member questioning their companions. As suspicions mount, the authors are pitted against each other.