The disappearance of five-year-old Maya Duncan remains one of the most famous missing person cases in British history. She vanished without a trace. Until now…
Fifteen years after the abduction, Phoebe knocks on Kay Duncan’s door, clutching a yellow rainhat with Maya’s name stitched into the back. Phoebe is convinced that she is Maya Duncan, and that the woman behind the door is her real mother.
When Phoebe sees Kay, the memories come flooding back, and it seems that mother and daughter are to be reunited at last. But when a shocking discovery shatters the fragile relationship they have begun to build, Kay commits suicide, leaving Phoebe riddled with guilt.
Alone and unanchored, Phoebe travels to London to dig into Kay’s life, hoping to uncover the truth behind her own identity. But as she pieces together Kay’s past, Phoebe discovers a disturbing link to the woman who raised her, and a terrible secret that even now could put her life in danger.
Gone Before is an utterly addictive ‘ripped-from-the-headlines’ thriller that you will read in one breathless gulp. Perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell, Gone Girl and The Silent Patient.
‘An absolutely fantastic read… both gripping and addictive.This is a new author for me, but I will definitely be reading more. I absolutely loved how unpredictable this has been and the author has definitely kept me guessing. A definite five-star read, I highly recommend this book.’ Little Miss Book Lover 87, 5 stars
‘This is a terrific book! Took my interest from page 1 and I read it in a day, really well written and a fab page turner!’ Netgalley Reviewer, 5 stars
‘I was scrolling through Netgalley when I came across this book and I was so glad I did, it caught my attention from the first page and all I wanted to do was keep reading to the end… Sam Hepburn is a new author for me and I definitely will be checking out more by her.’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars
‘I loved this. Sam Hepburn is a new-to-me author, but I was definitely not disappointed. I love books with a good twist and this had more than its fair share. Kept me going through the early hours of a sleepless night.’ I’m Reading, 5 stars
‘Grabbed hold of me and whenever I wasn’t reading it, I was desperate to get back to it. The story is told by Phoebe and I liked her character… she is determined and resourceful… A great read which I thoroughly enjoyed.’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars
‘An exciting thriller… I was blown away.’ Netgalley Reviewer, 5 stars
‘An amazing psychological thriller that holds your attention right till the last page! The plot is so well written and all the characters were great… There are so many twists in the plot that the suspense is maintained throughout and the revelation at the end was unexpected.’ Goodreads Reviewer
‘Mesmerizing. I loved it. I loved this book's every character… I've already asked my fellow Authors, Bloggers, Followers, Friends and Family to read this psychological thriller… Awesome.’ Netgalley Reviewer, 5 stars
‘An intensely emotional domestic thriller with many twists and turns… a riveting read… Superbly plotted, this novel will have you alternatively rooting for Phoebe and for Kay, two characters who are very well developed. Definitely a novel that I shall recommend and pass on to my friends!’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars
Genre: Mystery
Fifteen years after the abduction, Phoebe knocks on Kay Duncan’s door, clutching a yellow rainhat with Maya’s name stitched into the back. Phoebe is convinced that she is Maya Duncan, and that the woman behind the door is her real mother.
When Phoebe sees Kay, the memories come flooding back, and it seems that mother and daughter are to be reunited at last. But when a shocking discovery shatters the fragile relationship they have begun to build, Kay commits suicide, leaving Phoebe riddled with guilt.
Alone and unanchored, Phoebe travels to London to dig into Kay’s life, hoping to uncover the truth behind her own identity. But as she pieces together Kay’s past, Phoebe discovers a disturbing link to the woman who raised her, and a terrible secret that even now could put her life in danger.
Gone Before is an utterly addictive ‘ripped-from-the-headlines’ thriller that you will read in one breathless gulp. Perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell, Gone Girl and The Silent Patient.
What readers are saying about Gone Before:
‘An absolutely fantastic read… both gripping and addictive.This is a new author for me, but I will definitely be reading more. I absolutely loved how unpredictable this has been and the author has definitely kept me guessing. A definite five-star read, I highly recommend this book.’ Little Miss Book Lover 87, 5 stars
‘This is a terrific book! Took my interest from page 1 and I read it in a day, really well written and a fab page turner!’ Netgalley Reviewer, 5 stars
‘I was scrolling through Netgalley when I came across this book and I was so glad I did, it caught my attention from the first page and all I wanted to do was keep reading to the end… Sam Hepburn is a new author for me and I definitely will be checking out more by her.’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars
‘I loved this. Sam Hepburn is a new-to-me author, but I was definitely not disappointed. I love books with a good twist and this had more than its fair share. Kept me going through the early hours of a sleepless night.’ I’m Reading, 5 stars
‘Grabbed hold of me and whenever I wasn’t reading it, I was desperate to get back to it. The story is told by Phoebe and I liked her character… she is determined and resourceful… A great read which I thoroughly enjoyed.’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars
‘An exciting thriller… I was blown away.’ Netgalley Reviewer, 5 stars
‘An amazing psychological thriller that holds your attention right till the last page! The plot is so well written and all the characters were great… There are so many twists in the plot that the suspense is maintained throughout and the revelation at the end was unexpected.’ Goodreads Reviewer
‘Mesmerizing. I loved it. I loved this book's every character… I've already asked my fellow Authors, Bloggers, Followers, Friends and Family to read this psychological thriller… Awesome.’ Netgalley Reviewer, 5 stars
‘An intensely emotional domestic thriller with many twists and turns… a riveting read… Superbly plotted, this novel will have you alternatively rooting for Phoebe and for Kay, two characters who are very well developed. Definitely a novel that I shall recommend and pass on to my friends!’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars
Genre: Mystery
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