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What Happened to Nina?

By: Dervla McTiernan
Narrated by: Kristen Sieh
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Publisher's Summary

From the #1 internationally bestselling author of The Murder Rule comes an emotional novel of suspense about two families pitted against each other.

'Addictive. Propulsive. Dervla McTiernan is a thriller master.' Trent Dalton


Nina and Simon are the perfect couple. Young, fun and deeply in love. Until they leave for a weekend at his family's cabin in Vermont, and only Simon comes home.

WHAT HAPPENED TO NINA?

Nobody knows. Simon's explanation about what happened in their last hours together doesn't add up. Nina's parents push the police for answers, and Simon's parents rush to protect him. They hire expensive lawyers and a PR firm that quickly ramps up a vicious, nothing-is-off-limits media campaign.

HOW FAR WILL HIS FAMILY GO TO KEEP HIM SAFE?

Soon, facts are lost in a swirl of accusation and counter-accusation. Everyone chooses a side, and the story goes viral, fuelled by armchair investigators and wild conspiracy theories and illustrated with pretty pictures taken from Nina's social media accounts. Journalists descend on their small Vermont town, followed by a few obsessive 'fans.'

HOW FAR WILL HER FAMILY GO TO GET TO THE TRUTH?

Nina's family is under siege, but they never lose sight of the only thing that really matters - finding their daughter. Out-gunned by Simon's wealthy, powerful family, Nina's parents recognize that if playing by the rules won't get them anywhere, it's time to break them.

'Her best yet. Completely riveting ... and everyone's going to be talking about that ending' Sally Hepworth

'Propulsive and satisfying ... This is Dervla McTiernan at her finest.' Tracey Lien, internationally bestselling author of All That's Left Unsaid

'Gripping ... A smart and unpredictable portrait of how the boundaries between tragedy and entertainment get blurred. It's a disturbing treat for thriller fans.' Publishers Weekly

'One of the best thrillers I have read ... unforgettable and deeply moving' Don Winslow

'McTiernan turns the traditional thriller on its head ... [with] deep humanity ... Truly haunting.' Kirkus starred review

'Almost painfully gripping. Disturbing, enthralling ... The last scene will make your blood run cold.' New York Times

Praise for Dervla McTiernan:

'An uncommonly fine mystery writer' New York Times

'McTiernan's in the top rank of crime writers' Chris Hammer

'A born storyteller' Val McDermid

©2024 Dervla McTiernan (P)2024 HarperCollins Publishers

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Intriguing

I have been waiting for another Dervla McTiernan glimpse into the complexities of the human psyche wrapped in an intriguing story. Be ready to become emotionally invested in the different characters and connect with at least one, depending on who you are and your journey, so far, in this life.

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Gripping

Another fantastic story by Dervla!! Couldn’t put it down!! Great audio voices. Highly recommend. This could be the best one yet!

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couldn't stop listening

such great writing and narration. Definitely a favourite writer, love the psychology of the storyline

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Keep my interest right till the end!

Another great book by Dervla McTiernan. Great narration, listened to the whole thing over 3 days. Couldn’t stop but was sad when it finished too.

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Terrific

This was an engaging story with excellent narration, I’m also glad to see that some authors are now moving forward away from the need to have a big twist at the end instead focusing on character development

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Great thriller

Loved this book
Very well written and emotional
Told all sides of the story and what people will do to protect their families and how they justify to themselves
Makes you wonder what you would do in either situation
I think we all like to think we would do the right thing but if it came to it would we to protect a love one?

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Raw emotion

It was hard to like the characters, but that did not impact the excellent storyline. I think that probably it was so raw and stripped away, it didn't matter.

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wow

i wasn't sure how this would gp given the length of the book and the set-up, but boy was this excellent, i was kept guessing at each twist and turn and thoroughly enjoyed every minute of the story! the voice actors were also fantastic. definitely recommend a listen!

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What a book!

Devla has done it again! What a fabulous book! Finished it in 2 days. Could not stop!

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This is based on a true story, not a clever or original novel.

For an accomplished author, this is really disappointing.
I can't believe how many reviews have totally missed the point that this book is a re-imagining of probably the biggest missing person case in the media this century. Certainly on social media. Across multiple platforms.
The case is still in legal proceedings with the families in utter chaos. instead of telling this devastating story just as it is, or even acknowledging the source of the material, this author just uses it.
Disappointing and I expected more from an author I had previously enjoyed.
I won't be reading this author again.

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