- Hardcover: 464 pages
- Publisher: Macmillan; First Edition edition (9 July 1999)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0333735994
- ISBN-13: 978-0333735992
- Product Dimensions: 24 x 15.8 x 4.4 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 602,342 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Hutson, like his compatriot James Herbert, has developed considerably beyond the brief and unambitious grisly thrillers of his early years. This adroit piece (a spin on Andy Warhol's famous remark that everyone will be famous for 15 minutes) has a mother panicking when her five-year-old daughter goes missing in a crowded shopping centre. Her relief when her daughter is safely returned by Adam, an attractive young man, turns into affection as she is tempted into an affair. But is Adam too good to be true? And is he responsible for the vandalism committed against her home and family - or is someone else seeking violent revenge? The narrative spirals towards a tensely rendered climax of menace and death. (Kirkus UK)
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"Everyone will be famous for 15 minutes," said Andy Warhol. Adam Walker returns missing five-year-old Becky to her family and begins an affair with her mother. After she ends the relationships, Hailey Gibson wonders if Walker could be responsible for acts of vandalism against her home and family.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I have read a number of Mr Hutsons' novels, generally those of the horror genre and found this more geared towards the thriller side of the scale. Initially felt tame next to some of his more graphic offerings but then suddenly all hell breaks loose. An unstoppable read, athough predictable in places immensely enjoyable and full of the magic of his other novels where you just can't stop until finished. Missing the 5/5 as i felt everything happened two thirds of the way through and although a big fan of graphic descriptions and blood and gore found the less graphic than normal, harrowing ending quite disturbing. Highly recommended title, remaining a big fan, not a bad title to date. Verdict: Put on your reading list if you have not already.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
After getting the book a few days early via Amazon.co.uk, I have to say I was not disappointed with it.
It seems like years rather than months have elapsed since Hutson's last book, Purity. This one was worth the wait !! The trouble with his books is that you have to read them so quickly, after all, if you put it down you begin to get withdrawal symptoms !
Right from the start the author starts to build characters and events that can only lead to the usual Hutson-esque ending. That said, past titles and this latest release are never dull, and although they follow a winning formula that has become Shaun Hutson's trademark, they provide a thoroughly good read for the thriller/semi-horror novel fan.
From the point where Adam Walker returns Hailey Gibson's daughter safely, you start to get a feeling of uncertainty about the dark side to his character, and you know it's only a matter of time before he shows his true colours.
The ending - explosive and totally unexpected.
Verdict - an excellent title from the master at work. Well done Shaun - can't wait to get the next one.
Format:Paperback
Started reading this after it had sat on my bookshelf for months. So disappointed with myself that i haven't read it before. From the first few pages i was gripped, totally addicted. Book travelled everywhere with me. Was a little disappointed at the ending, considering the build up of the whole book. So worth reading though, especially if your new to shaun hutson.
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A corner turned
Definately and without question the the best book written by Shaun Hutson. So many different angles covered by this author and it was a long time coming. Read more
Published on 18 Sep 2004 by A A Jackson
A major teaser to the explosive end
Hutson takes you into an apparently bland set of middle England lives and drips in a series of darkening elements that deepen the sinister feel of his world. Read more
Published on 29 Aug 2004 by The Blue Aardvark
A Little Disappointed
Having read the majority of the author's books, i was disappointed with this one. It had none of the usual death and destruction associated with Shaun Hutson. Read more
Published on 19 Mar 2002
Fast-moving
I got through this fast-moving page-turner inside one day.
It lacked the dry humour which I enjoy as well as some probing social insights. Read more
Published on 2 May 2001
Fast-moving
I got through this fast-moving page-turner inside one day.
It lacked the dry humour which I enjoy as well as some probing social insights. Read more
Published on 2 May 2001
Brilliant, thrilling, exhilirating!
I managed to read this book in 2 days. A record for me. Not because it was easy to read, but because it was one of those books that when read is impossible to put down, because... Read more
Published on 24 Dec 2000
Gripping
Since Hutsons departure from horror to pure thriller his writing has gone from strength to strength. Read more
Published on 7 Dec 2000
Fantastic
Shaun Hutson never fails to keep you glued to the pages. I have never been let down by any of his books and this one beats all others.
Published on 11 Oct 2000 by paul.tuckey@virgin.net
Yet another success story for the Master of the macabre!
Every time I pick up a Shaun Hutson I cannot put it down, and this one is no exception! Hutson brings you into the lives of the characters and takes you with them on an... Read more
Published on 4 Jan 2000
fantastic thriller
great book keeps you in suspense right to the end. a good read i read it in four days, could not put it down he's a great story teller even makes you try to guess who done it.
Published on 31 Oct 1999 by david smith
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