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The Marsh King's Daughter

By: Karen Dionne
Narrated by: Emily Rankin
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Helena's home is like anyone else's, with a husband, two daughters and a job she enjoys. But no one knows the truth about her dark and twisted childhood.

Born into captivity and brought up in an isolated cabin until she was twelve, Helena was raised by her terrified, broken mother and the man who held them both prisoner - Helena's own father.

Now with news that he has escaped from prison, Helena instinctively knows that her father is coming for her and if she wants to keep her family safe, she must find him - before he finds her. Even if that means returning to the darkest parts of her past, the scariest place imaginable, home.

An unforgettable, read-in-one-sitting thriller packed with gripping suspense.

©2017 Karen Dionne (P)2017 Hachette Audio Psychological Suspense Thriller & Suspense Fiction Thriller

Critic Reviews

"It's sensational." (Clare Mackintosh)

"A constantly surprising novel which never takes the obvious route, it is emotionally and intellectually thrilling as well as tremendously exciting." (Sunday Express)

"Sensationally good psychological suspense - I loved this book." (Lee Child)
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This book left me thinking about the characters when I wasn't listening. I was absorbed in the story. One of the best I've listened to. Well researched, beautifully written, engaging on every level.

The story stayed with me.

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I enjoyed this book but must admit to leaping over the fairytale Hans Christian Andersen story of the marsh kings daughter. I'm a grown up. at the beginning of each chapter was a mini chapter of nonsense. The main body of the story was fascinating and I wondered if children raised in an environment like that would share Helena's view of the world and love their Father inspite of his often unbelievable cruelty.

interesting story and great narrator

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A dark and gripping story.

Grim

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absolutely loved the book. harrowing. vivid. stomach churning at points. would definitely recommend reading this. the characters were fully developed, interesting and unique.

loved it. vivid imagery. nuanced characters.

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Engaging and enjoyable storyline. Worth the $ and time to “read”. Superbly interesting and well researched.

Great storyline

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It was a great story and narrated beautifully. Kept you guessing right to the end.

Great Story

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I hated this book initially and almost gave up on it. I'm glad I stuck with it. This book sucks you in completely. The main character's complicated relationship with her parents was the highlight for me. This is definitely worth persevering with.

A slow burner

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Save your time and money. This book is terrible. The story line was boring and unbelievable in every chapter.

Save your time

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