Set across two decades, Our Dark Secret follows Elizabeth, a clever but lonely teenager in the late 1970s whose life is transformed when Rachel—a bright and glamorous new girl—arrives. Elizabeth becomes fiercely devoted to Rachel, willing to do anything to maintain their bond. But when a body is discovered, their friendship takes a shadowed turn. Fast-forward twenty years, and another body surfaces, forcing Elizabeth to confront the trauma, guilt, and long-buried memories she has kept hidden. This gripping story blends murder mystery, coming-of-age reflection, and the enduring consequences of teenage obsession. Reviews “Emotional and gripping: Our Dark Secret confirms Jenny Quintana as the mistress of the heartbreaking thriller.” — Erin Kelly “Darkly compelling, tender characterisation — I read this in a few greedy gulps.” — Jane Shemilt “Bittersweet, full of growing menace, yet poignant and full of longing . . . Fans of The Missing Girl will fall in love with this!” — Karen Hamilton
Book Title: Our Dark Secret Book Genre: Psychological Thriller, Mystery ISBN: 9781509839469 Pages: 320 Publishing Date: February 2020 Publisher: Pan