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Hit and Run: An unpredictable psychological thriller full of twists and turns Kindle Edition

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'I couldn't put it down. So well written and quite believable. Chilling how things can spiral out of control...' Amazon Reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Sunny afternoons are the worst for a recovering alcoholic. But I’m doing OK and I’m proud of myself. I stretch out on my sun lounger with my book, basking in the peace before I have to collect my son from school. Then the gate rattles. It’s the police and judging by their expressions, they’re not here with good news.

As I face the two officers, I try to dismiss what they’re telling me. My husband, Rob, can’t possibly be dead – I only saw him this morning. Besides, he’s the safest cyclist I know and would never put himself at risk.

I don’t tell them that we rowed this morning. Besides, it’s not even relevant.

It breaks my heart that our last words were angry ones, and now, I’ve not only got to identify his body, but I’ve also got to break the news to our son. I’ve never felt so alone in my life and don’t know if I can resist the urge to find some comfort in a bottle of brandy. Especially when the police reveal that Rob’s death wasn’t an accident – that he’s been the victim of a hit and run.

And it seems I’m the prime suspect.

I’ve already lost my husband, now it seems I could also lose my son, my home and even my freedom. Every piece of my life is slipping away as the evidence mounts against the person with the most apparent motive – me.

And I have no alibi.

But others wished Rob harm, those whose motives are only coming to light now he’s gone. He’s taken so many secrets and lies to his grave that I barely know which one of them to begin with.

As the dark days that follow threaten to push me to the edge, I learn more about my husband after his death than I ever knew when he was alive.

And it’s too late to confront him.

This twisty and claustrophobic story is perfect for fans of Claire Douglas, Lisa Jewell, Daniel Hurst and Frieda McFadden.

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'I loved the writing style, especially at the end of each chapter when you get to hear the thoughts of the killer, a little hint of who it may be. Don't be deceived.....it really could be anyone! Plenty of dark secrets, greed and deceit.' Amazon Reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"Read this book in one sitting, the characters are superbly written and the story is very fast-moving! Brilliant read!' Amazon Reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'I NEEDED to know who murdered Rob, once I started reading I only stopped to sleep, I picked it up again and couldn't stop till the very end!' Amazon Reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Fiona's ongoing battle with alcohol is brilliantly described, to the point where I wanted a drink just reading about her longing.' Amazon Reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'It was fast-paced and exciting. The character development was so well built up through the book, that I found myself totally engrossed in their lives. I was kept guessing till the very end and I never saw the twist coming. 5 ⭐️ for me and can’t wait to read more books by Maria Frankland.' Amazon Reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'This really kept me guessing up until the day when I finished reading it at 2 am. An excellent story surrounding the relationship between Mother and Daughter. Absolutely 5 *****' Amazon Reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Product details

ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08R2B6585
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Autonomy Press (May 1, 2021)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 1, 2021
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 2153 KB
Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
Print length ‏ : ‎ 314 pages
Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1916224873

Best Sellers Rank: #356,605 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #761 in Women's Psychological Fiction
- #2,387 in Psychological Fiction (Kindle Store)
- #3,716 in Psychological Fiction (Books)

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Maria Frankland has a dubious internet search history and a very worried mother-in-law. However, neither of these things can stop her writing gripping psychological thrillers in which you’ll never find a happy-ever-after.

Her novels are mostly set in Yorkshire where you’ll hear the accent through all her characters. These are people you could live next door to, or closer still… don’t say you haven’t been warned.

Maria’s novels are fast-paced, down to earth and realistic. You never know what’s around the corner…

Find out more about Maria at www.mariafrankland.co.uk. Whilst you’re there, you can download your free novella – The Brother-in-Law. Happy reading!

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Deb Oman

Great job

Reviewed in the United States on June 26, 2023

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Holy smokes. This may be the best book I’ve read lately. I loved it from start to finish. I felt I knew what was happening to each of the characters as the story progressed. I loved the comments at the end of each chapter, but I was stunned when it turned out to be her mother who killed her husband. WOW, fabulous work

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Pheadra Farah

Do you know those closest to you ever?

Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2022

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This is my second book by this author and again I've concluded that I'll read more of her stories.

Fiona is a recovering alcoholic married to Rob. They have a son, Jack. She has a dysfunctional relationship with her hateful mother, Maggie and a non-existent circle of friends. Her father is fragile, having attempted suicide the previous time Maggie had an affair and left him. This puts Fiona in a difficult position when Maggie instructs Fiona to cover for her on her latest affair with a man named Shane.

Rob, a keen cyclist is killed in a hit and Run accident and Fiona is left to deal with the trauma and stress of losing her husband, comforting Jack and dealing with her outrageous parents' relationship while coming to terms with things surfacing about Rob, she was unaware of. Add to this Rob's ex wife Denise, ex fiancé Briony furious ex-employer and an unscrupulous con man and the reader is left to guess who the killer might be 4 stars.

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LindaMic

I’m out of breath!

Reviewed in the United States on October 17, 2023

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What a page turner this was! I’m so amazed at how anyone could keep coming up with these amazing plots! It will keep you guessing all the way through…. What a book!!

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5 star emotional rollercoaster! (No spoilers)

Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2024

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I tend to read light and happy things, but lately I've delved into psychological thrillers and Maria Frankland did not disappoint.

First of all, without giving any spoilers the ending was wonderful. But it made me feel awful and just the worst but at the same time redemptive. I get that makes no sense but after you read it, it makes perfect sense. That's a great psychological thriller for ya.

Secondly, the villain in the story. I love to hate this one.

The main character is a hot mess that you will root for while being angry at her.

It's a 5⭐ rollercoaster.

Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2023

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This book had me from the start. A great read & keeps you guessing ! I highly recommend this book.

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Real Like Happening

Reviewed in the United States on July 3, 2023

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The realty of so many possibilities of who and/or what could have happened is the strength of the story. Real life like characters create an interest in the story that keeps driving to the surprising ending. Well later out suspicions makes the story very creditable and keeps the pages turning.

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L McMillian

Great

Reviewed in the United States on March 31, 2022

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I really enjoyed this story. There is no disappointment here. The whole story is easy to follow and enjoyable to read.

Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2023

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J: I am only at about a third through and already this writing styleUgh! is getting on my nerves. I didn't realize this story would be mostly mental dialog. UGH!
UPDATE:
I skipped forward to chapter 43 just to see who did it, and no surprises there.

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Daniel MacLeod

Thrilling and twisty book

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 15, 2024

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I took a break from reading as my son was born. At the 4 month mark I felt ready to start reading again and started with Hit and Run. My brain is struggling to concentrate with a baby and lack of sleep but WOW! I was glued to this, finding myself reading it every chance I got. Finished it in a few days.
It was fast paced and exciting. The character development was so well built up through the book, I found myself totally engrossed in their lives.
I was kept guessing till the very end and I never saw the twist coming. 5 ⭐️ for me and can’t wait to read more books by Maria Frankland.

danielle

Good book

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 27, 2024

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Quite a good book I enjoyed reading this one. The mother in this is very nasty. I would recommend reading it.

Rowena

Wow

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 11, 2024

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Maria Frankland does it again another amazing story to keep you reading

Carla Warren

Intriguing

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 7, 2023

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Hit & Run

The title of this book says it all !!

We all know what a “Hit And Run” is.

And having read previous novels by this author I was intrigued to find out what spin she would put on it.

I was expecting a fast pace with multiple twists. However unfortunately I found this one to have a slow pace and easily figured out what was going on fairly early on.

However, I was still drawn in as there were so many characters involved so I continued to read in hope that I was wrong.

I wasn’t.

But still an intriguing read.

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4.5 stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 8, 2022

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Imagine having the perfect life, you have a child who is happy and healthy, a husband who is doing well in his job and loves you, everything is perfect other than your mother being constantly cheating on your father and the fact she appears to despise you. Now imagine the day that your world comes shattering down, your husband has died in a hit and run but they don't even know if it was an accident and the police have you as their main suspect.
This book reads as if it were a real life tale and as we witness each event we are able to feel the turmoil, the emotion, the impact of each of these events and witness the twists and turns these all cause.
This is a beautifully written book by a highly talented author and for me the only real markdown overall was that the ending felt a little rushed and like it could have come out over a few more chapters.

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