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The Retreat: A totally unputdownable and jaw-dropping psychological suspense thriller Paperback – October 10, 2023

by Karen King (Author)
3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars 204 ratings
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‘OMG!!! SHUT THE FRONT DOOR!!! WHAT HAVE I JUST READ!?!?... Wow!!!… Mind-blowing… Absolutely stunning… Had me hook, line and sinker from the first page... I could not put it down!!!… Truly unputdownable. I started this yesterday afternoon and finished it at approx. 2am, I read it in one sitting… Addictive!’ Bookworm86, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

I watch my best friend and the way she lays a hand on my partner’s arm, throwing me a knowing glance. I haven’t seen her for so long. She knows my darkest secret. Is she about to blow up the perfect life I’ve created?

My partner José and I have poured everything into opening this rustic farmhouse retreat nestled high in the Spanish mountains. Finally we’re ready to welcome our first guests.

But a cold chill comes over me when I recognise Saskia. She’s part of my old life, the one I made sure to leave behind, and that José knows nothing about. Saskia knows everything about me – even the terrible secret I’ve carried for so long. She’s exposed me once before. Is she here to do it again?

She swears all she wants is for us to be friends again and she’s being so sweet, helping out whenever she can. Maybe she really is trying to make amends. But when I see that our beautiful water fountain is stained a deep red I’m certain it was her. She’s here for revenge.

Then I find the body floating in the pool. My stomach drops as I realise it can’t have been Saskia – because she was with me.

I’m in a nightmare. Someone is determined to destroy everything I love. But who are they, and how far are they willing to go? And will I be able to stop them before it’s too late?

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‘Oh my god! I have no words… This book is unbelievable… So many times I thought I had it figured out so the ending came as a huge surprise…The suspense in this book is unreal!... My god it is gripping! Damn this author knows how to write a bestseller and this is sure to be one!... Fantastic!’ Jessica’s Book Biz,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Wow what can I say! Had my attention from start to finish… I couldn't put it down and finished it in a day… Amazing… An absolute cracker of a book!!!… Sucked me straight in… Absolutely addictive page-turner… Compelling, page-turning… Will keep you up late at night.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘FANTASTIC book!!!!... This was a whodunnit that I kept changing my mind to figure out who the culprit was… LOVED THIS BOOK!!!’Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Gripping, suspenseful, fast-paced thriller! It kept me hanging on with every page. This book left me mind blown!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Karen King is one of my all time favourite authors…Another cracker of a novel… I just love everything she writes!’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Did something very few books can do - kept me intrigued cover to cover… I will be telling everyone to read The Retreat!’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Gorgeous… I loved the twist and the ending… I was constantly thinking 'I can trust this person', then being forced a few moments later to change my mind. LOL.’ B for Book Review,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘I couldn’t put this book down… Brilliantly written and kept me hooked, did not guess the ending!!’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Where do I start with this book? I loved everything about it, there were lots of twists and turns and it was full of mystery. I thought many times that I figured out the ending but I was so wrong!... Fantastic.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘I devoured the book in two days!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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  3. Publication date
    October 10, 2023
  4. Dimensions
    5.06 x 0.74 x 7.81 inches
  5. ISBN-10
    1837906734
  6. ISBN-13
    978-1837906734
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Bookouture (October 10, 2023)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 294 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1837906734
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1837906734
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 10.2 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.06 x 0.74 x 7.81 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars 204 ratings

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Karen King

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Karen King is a multi-published author of both adult and children’s books. Currently published by Bookouture and Headline, Karen writes about the light and dark of relationships. Her fifth psychological thriller, The Retreat, will be published in October, and her eleventh romantic novel, The Spanish Wedding Disaster, was published in June 2022.

Karen has also had 120 children’s books, two young adult novels, and several short stories for women’s magazines published. Her thrillers The Mother In Law, The Perfect Stepmother and The Stranger in my Bed and her romantic novel The Cornish Hotel by the Sea became International Amazon bestsellers.

Karen is a member of the Romantic Novelists’ Association, the Society of Authors, the Crime Writers’ Association and the Society of Women Writers and Journalists. She now lives in Spain where she loves to spend her non-writing time exploring the quaint local towns with her husband, Dave, when she isn’t sunbathing or swimming in the pool, that is.

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3.9 out of 5 stars
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Rachael Ashak-Benson
5.0 out of 5 stars Whoa. Just so good!!!!
Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2023
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I don’t believe I’ve read any of Karen King’s work prior to this story — The Retreat.
And truly what a treat it was to read!! (See what I did there… “treat”/Retreat….. Ok, perhaps too corny! Lol ;)
Yet it’s a true reflection of how I feel after just finishing this book. Joyful, highly amused, entertained, hopeful, & filled with feelings of how fabulous your life can be if you just create something wonderful for yourself (& those you love).
Weird, all of this, after reading a psychological thriller, right??
But this story honestly has it all. I feel like I actually just left a relaxing spa type trip to the gorgeous mountains of Spain! The relaxation techniques taught to guests, the massages, the healthy eating, the organic gardening, & so much more. Blissful!
Along with the above is the incredibly addictive mystery woven throughout. The shocks, surprises, & the unexpected & thrilling twists.
The emotional & psychological tension gets cranked up tighter & more intriguing with every page turned… right up until the enthralling & satisfying conclusion.
The Retreat is a fun & exciting read, no question there.
I highly recommend it for anyone who loves this genre. As well as those who enjoy any type of mystery or stories which involve love relationships/family dynamics, self relaxation & reflection, travel books, & anything beyond &/or in between.
Fantastically well written & thrilling novel!
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Tracy Immerman
4.0 out of 5 stars Fast paced, high energy, whodunit
Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2024
Everyone has a secret in this fast paced, high energy, whodunit. Jose and Eva worked hard to turn their home into a relaxing get away and decide to invite six lucky winners the opportunity to visit prior to the grand opening. Tensions rise immediately when included in The Retreat’s first visitors are Jose’s estranged cousin and Eva’s ex-best friend. While already on edge, weird things keep happening and they get harder and harder to explain away as accidents. Is it just bad luck? Is someone sabotaging the business? In a cast of characters who all have something to hide, you will need to read to the end to find out and I recommend you do.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Interesting setting
Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2024
What could go wrong at a wellness retreat at a Spanish villa? Turns out, a lot!
Eva and Jose are realizing their dream of hosting wellness retreats and invite a small group of guests to try it out before everyone else. Soon, things start to go wrong and the mishaps become more and more dangerous.

I enjoyed the premise and the setting was a great change from the usual closed door hotel mystery. There were a lot of coincidences, but those could be overlooked. However, the amount of ruminating the characters did about what was happening and why was too much for me. I would have preferred additional view points to break it up.
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Alden Park
5.0 out of 5 stars Not what I expected at all
Reviewed in the United States on November 8, 2023
I will never understand why a woman who isn't married to a man would pour herself into building his dream. This gal spends her time and money helping her hot Spanish boyfriend build his retreat. He inherited the building from his grandparents. He grows veggies and cooks and she teaches wellness classes and yoga.
They are finally ready to open and do a special for six people; two couples, his estranged cousin, and her former best friend.
She's got trauma in her past and asks the friend not to tell anyone.
I knew this was gonna be a disaster when homeboy asked the guests to make sure the gate is closed because the goats would ruin the garden. Of course your guests are going to be careless! They don't care about your garden the way your do.
Anyway, so weird stuff keeps happening. The cat is making messes, statues are falling off the roof, and it turns out one of the married ladies is in love with Mr. Perfect retreat owner.
I know a lot of hot blond wellness influences. You can't throw a book of Mormon without hitting one in my city and to be honest they annoy me to no end. I am just trying to survive on an educators income. I can't be worrying about all of that.
I saw Eva in all of them. Or them in Eva. She drove me nuts and I felt like I was being lectured while reading this book. Yes swimming has benefits. Get to the drama!
I loved this despite finding the MCs annoying. Please write more.
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Claire Manton
5.0 out of 5 stars Wow... What a fantastic read!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 7, 2024
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This book had me gripped from the beginning. So many twists and turns with a shocking ending. Karen is a phenomenal author of many different genres and this book certainly takes the reader on an emotional rollercoaster. A definite must read.
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Francesca Anne Meeks
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant read!!!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 28, 2023
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Brilliant book. Lots of twists and turns. Couldn't put it down. Totally addictive and recommend it.
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