The Many Lies of Veronica Hawkins: An addictive and deliciously glamorous thrill

Description: The Many Lies of Veronica Hawkins by Kristina Pérez Gone Girl meets Big Little Lies, in a twisty dark thriller set in the world of Hong Kongs super-rich, where everyone has secrets... some of which may get you killed. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Scion of industryVestige of colonialism Cursed socialite Tragic heiress Just who was Veronica Hawkins? When Martina Torres arrives in the glamorous and vibrant metropolis of Hong Kong, newly married to her high school sweetheart, the world seems to be her oyster. But looks can be deceiving. Adrift in a foreign city, with no job and no friends, Martina chafes in her new role as Expat Wife. But her luck changes when she meets Veronica Hawkins. Beautiful, sophisticated, and very, very rich, Veronica is the epitome of Old Hong Kong--the last surviving member of a British mercantile dynasty that built the city during its colonial heyday. Martina can hardly believe her fortune when shes taken under Veronicas wing and into her confidence, with Veronica helping her to find a new apartment, a new career, and most importantly, a new self. Veronica transforms Martinas life and then, shockingly, she dies. She disappears over the side of a yacht during a party attended by Hong Kongs most influential people -- yet somehow there are no witnesses. Was it murder? Suicide? A terrible accident? What really happened to Veronica Hawkins? Somebody knows but nobodys telling. Author Biography Kristina Perez is a half-Argentine, half-Norwegian native New Yorker. She holds a PhD in Medieval Literature from the University of Cambridge and has taught at the National University of Singapore and the University of Hong Kong. As a journalist, shes written for many international news outlets covering primarily travel, culture, and fine art. She has penned several novels for young adults and is now a London-based literary agent. Review This whirlwind of a novel presents a glittering façade and then shatters it, exposing the violence and racism that lies behind * The Times *Kristina Pérez crafts an engaging tale of intrigue, glamour and hyper-status conscious expatriates, laced with claustrophobic menace and mystery * Financial Times *Glamorous, shocking and deliciously deceptive. The kind of sharp, exciting and sophisticated mystery I just adore -- CHRIS WHITAKER, author of We Begin at the EndA murder mystery that grips all the way is built on a colourfully detailed account of ex-pat life * Morning Star *A richly drawn and riveting tale of friendship gone wrong, with too many secrets, twists, and lies to count -- SARA SHEPARD, author of Pretty Little LiarsA twisty thriller with rich and complex female friendships. I tore through this one -- KELLEY ARMSTRONG, No. 1 New York Times bestselling authorA joyous, addictive exploration of materialism and excess, beautifully conjuring Hong Kong in all its societal layers. This is a delightfully dark novel which brings to mind The Great Gatsby in early 21st Century Hong Kong -- LISA BALLANTYNE, author of The Innocent OneSmart, suspenseful, and utterly addictive -- KAREN M. MCMANUS, No. 1 New York Times bestselling author of One of Us Is LyingVivid, immersive and compulsive, the layers of detail are gorgeous, and the quick wit and devious twists mean that you know everyone is lying, but its a rollercoaster ride to find out what theyre lying about -- ALEXIA CASALE, author of The Best Way to Bury Your HusbandA smart, twisted story filled with secrets and lies played out in the vibrant, glittering setting of Hong Kong -- MARINA MCCARRON, author of The Time Between UsWith its richly drawn setting and thorny, complex characters, this story of two women, a friendship, and a fateful night keeps you guessing to the end -- KATE ALICE MARSHALL, author of What Lies in the WoodsA thrilling expose of ex-pat life; deliciously dark and compelling -- KATE MAXWELL, author of HushFull of glamour and intrigue, beautiful people doing awful things ...An entertaining read with a mix of characters who the reader will either love or hate, in a setting that is exotic and dangerous, mixed with the crazy history of this unique place. Recommended. * Random Things Through My Letterbox *A smartly plotted psychological thriller ... With a detailed look at high society expat life and its attendant glamour and a strong sense of place ... this is a rewarding thriller with much to offer. -- Maxim Jakubowski * Crime Time.co.uk * Details ISBN1408719029 Publisher Little, Brown Book Group Year 2024 ISBN-13 9781408719022 Format Paperback Imprint Constable Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Language English ISBN-10 1408719029 Publication Date 2024-05-02 UK Release Date 2024-05-02 Pages 400 Audience General Author Kristina Pérez NZ Release Date 2024-04-29 AU Release Date 2024-04-29 Subtitle An addictive and deliciously glamorous thriller with a shocking twist We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:159940606;

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