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The Cottage: A gripping suspense perfect for fans of Louise Douglas Kindle Edition

by Paula Hillman (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 out of 5 stars 506 ratings
A scandalous accusation sends a woman fleeing to the countryside, where she meets an enigmatic man who also has something to hide . . .

After a teenage boy makes allegations of inappropriate behaviour, Evie Cooper goes back to her hometown. There, her old friend Alex, now a solicitor, can help her navigate the situation, as well as offer her a job to tide her over. Evie rents a cottage while she waits for the crisis to blow over; it’s isolated and rundown, but it’s cheap, and she finds the rural quiet soothing.

After a local man, Jay, helps her out of a tight spot, she starts a friendship with him that quickly becomes romantic. But she senses a strange tension between Jay and Alex. Why does Jay seem to avoid Alex? Is there something Alex isn’t telling her—and why would he keep it secret?

Then Evie stumbles on a surprising revelation about Jay—and as the truth begins to emerge, she must decide who she can really trust . . .
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  1. Print length
    314 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Bloodhound Books
  4. Publication date
    June 19, 2023
  5. File size
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0C6V3RLFS
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Bloodhound Books (June 19, 2023)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 19, 2023
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2.7 MB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 314 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 out of 5 stars 506 ratings

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Paula Hillman

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I live in Cumbria, in Barrow-in-Furness, which is on the coast near the foothills of The Lakes. I studied science at college and specialised in it for my Bachelor's teaching degree, but my heart has always been tied up with books and reading. I walked away from a long teaching career because I wanted to write. I am married to a photographer and have two children- a thirty-nine-year-old daughter, and a twenty-two-year-old son, who is still at home with us. I am a passionate advocate for local communities- Barrow has a deep Victorian heritage and a Cistercian Abbey- and I have studied these in depth for my own interest and within my teaching career. Barrow people are community driven and welcoming, and their character is unique in so many ways. I want to capture all of this in the books I write. I’ve got a master’s degree in Creative Writing, and a post graduate diploma in regional and local history. I have six novels published with Bloodhound Books: Seaview House; The Cottage; Blackthorn Wood; Chapel Field; Halfmoon Lane and Cemetery Lodge.

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  • Richard Hughes
    5.0 out of 5 stars Gripping drama
    Reviewed in the United States on August 13, 2023
    I like anything set in England. I liked the way the cold and raw winter weather followed Evie's troubles and when things improved, so did the weather. It was suspenseful because there were a few characters who seemed to have a sinister personal agenda. This undercurrent of suspense followed throughout the entire story. Well done. I can't wait to read my other Paula Hillman book that's waiting for me in my Kindle.

    --Lavinia M. Hughes
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  • Kristen Heyl
    4.0 out of 5 stars Secrets and lies abound
    Reviewed in the United States on June 19, 2023
    A break from my usual genres of thrillers, mysteries, and horror and it was a great read. Perfectly paced with an excellent flow between the main plot and the romance bubbling below the surface of the main character, Evie and mysterious Jay. Will the lies wreck what could be a happily ever after or will it survive? Read the book and find out. I voluntarily reviewed an advance readers copy.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Evie Cooper and Tunnel Cottage
    Reviewed in the United States on June 20, 2023
    This novel is coming out June 19, 2023. The paperback edition is available June 8, 2023. Evie Cooper is the main character in this novel. Evie has to come home. She, Evie was accused of something that happened you have to read. This story flows good and easy to read. This is compelling, interesting. enjoyed this book have great characters, I enjoyed reading this novel.
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  • Kris
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great read
    Reviewed in the United States on June 22, 2023
    It felt like I was reading 2 or 3 different stories all perfectly woven together.
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  • Dee K.
    3.0 out of 5 stars Different
    Reviewed in the United States on June 30, 2023
    It was hard for me to get into this book, it was intriguing, though. The story was interesting.
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  • Nanci Gage
    4.0 out of 5 stars Great story! Intriquing! You
    Reviewed in the United States on June 19, 2023
    Not a thriller in the true sense but enough intrigue that kept me guessing and wanting to read “just one more chapter”!

    Liked the story line from the two main characters with such descriptive settings I felt very ingrained in the story.

    Thanks to Bloodhound Books for my ARC and introducing me to another great author!
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  • Faye Ridpath
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Beautiful Love Story
    Reviewed in the United States on June 17, 2023
    I received this book for free from Bloodhound Books.

    This was a beautiful love story.

    I was engaged throughout.
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  • Bobbi Jo Wagner
    4.0 out of 5 stars great story
    Reviewed in the United States on June 20, 2023
    I enjoyed reading this suspenseful story. This is a newer author for me that I enjoyed how she brought the twists and turns to life. I found this book to be well written and hard to put down. A story that is full of action, suspense and characters that had me questioning what would happen next. They are strong characters that are connectable and added to the entertainment value of the story. This is an engaging story that you dont want to miss. A story that has great growth throughout that made the story easy to read. I really enjoyed this story. I highly recommend this book.
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  • FSH
    5.0 out of 5 stars A novel about secrets!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 2, 2024
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    I love how Paula Hillman subtly peels away the layers of her story without the reader realising. Her characters are smart, funny but flawed, and Jay Elliot is about as flawed as they come! I adored the immersive setting of cosy but sometimes menacing countryside and the basic cottage with a backstory I could feel but not see straight away. The Cottage dragged me in and wouldn’t let me go until I’d finished the book!
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  • Nanny B
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 20, 2024
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    What can I say, another fantastic book from Paula
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  • Susan Hart
    5.0 out of 5 stars The cottage
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 8, 2024
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    Have thoroughly enjoyed reading this book set in our local area. I've now read three of these books and can't decide which one was the best
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  • kindle reader
    5.0 out of 5 stars The Cottage
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 27, 2023
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    I loved this book from start to finish. The main characters Evie and Jay, captivate your imagine. With the lovely descriptions of the local area to Tunnel cottage, you can well imagine the scenes. The explanations are spot on, so you feel as well as reading this well written book. Thanks Paula, look forward to your next novel
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  • Rosie
    5.0 out of 5 stars The Cottage
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 11, 2023
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    A book that is a real page turner from beginning to end. Thoroughly enjoyed this story of two people destined to be together despite the odds! The natural beauty of Cumbria is portrayed as it should be and is not lacking for anything.
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