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The Summer Girl

By: Jenny Blackhurst
Narrated by: Laura Aikman
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It’s going to be a summer she’ll never forget.

Claire’s little sister Holly has been working on the millionaire’s playground of Martha’s Vineyard, going to barefoot beach parties and flirting with the local rich kids. But now she’s missing and none of the locals seem to care, including the police. They think a message Claire received is proof she’s safe.

But Claire knows for a fact that her sister didn’t send it.

What will she have to risk to find out the truth? Who are the locals protecting? And what does it have to do with another girl who went missing five years ago?

An unmissable psychological thriller summer listen from the #1 bestselling author, for fans of Heidi Perks, Claire Douglas and Lucy Clarke.

©2023 Jenny Blackhurst (P)2025 Audible Ltd. Genre Fiction Psychological Small Town & Rural Suspense Thriller & Suspense Exciting
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I enjoyed this book while travelling across Australia. I didn’t want to stop listening when hubby wanted to chat.

Great story

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A great story, twists and turns all the way till the end. Could listen to it all over again.

whodunit?

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When you have an Idyllic Island, Martha’s Vineyard, setting.
Summer playground for the rich and privileged.

A disappearance of a young fifteen year old girl, later found dead.

THEN

Five years later, another girl goes missing,
The incident opens up old wounds for everyone who remembers Natalie Burton, the first girl.
And the fact that she, along with the new missing girl Holly, were both associated with the island’s uber wealth Slaten Family .

History is repeating.

Can Claire, who has flown all the way from the Uk, find her missing sister, before it’s too late ?

AMAZING first read/listen from this author.
Had me on the edge of my seat.

Idyllic Island, Rich Families, Missing Girls Gripping, Intense Drama

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This gripping summer thriller drops readers straight into the sun-soaked but sinister world of Martha’s Vineyard. The glamorous setting contrasts sharply with the growing unease as Claire searches for her missing sister, Holly.

Blackhurst balances the beauty of the island with a creeping sense of dread. The narrative explores loyalty, identity, and the secrets small communities work hard to bury. Claire’s determination makes her a compelling protagonist, and the slow unravelling of what really happened to Holly (and another missing girl years before) is addictive.

It’s the perfect listen if you like your psychological suspense paired with a vividly atmospheric setting and just the right amount of menace hiding under the sunshine.

kept me hooked and engaged with twists and turns

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Loved the audible book but was extremely disappointed with the lack of quality how the author ended the book if it wasn’t for the ending I would have given it full marks.

My thoughts exactly.

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decent, easy listening, I enjoyed the twists and the plot. it was somewhat predictable but that is okay

decent story

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Great storyline! Great everyday characters. Great narration. Has got you in from start to finish. Loved it!

Loved it to the final word.

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I really enjoyed listening to this story. I was hooked & now want more. Well worth checking out.

Really intriguing

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This is my first title by the author, I quite enjoyed the style, liked the characters, felt emotional as the plot played out.

A very emotional story, slightly slow to start, but quickly become engaging

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could not stop listening. be warned people. you cannot put down. Well written and clever

Brilliant lost a whole night of sleep !

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