The Letter: A few weeks after her father's death, Tommie McCloud receives a letter in the post from a stranger. The woman claims that Tommie is her biological daughter, kidnapped from her as a baby over thirty years ago.
The Lies: Tommie is approached by journalist Jack Smith, who claims to know about her past. But is he really who he says he is?
The Truth: Not sure who to trust or what to believe, Tommie sets out to discover the truth about her identity and in doing so uncovers explosive secrets that threaten not only her life, but also the lives of those she holds dear.
A riveting debut novel from a thrilling new voice, PLAYING DEAD is a mesmerizing story of family, identity and secrets that can kill.
| ISBN: | 9780571287680 |
| Publication date: | 5th July 2012 |
| Author: | Julia Heaberlin |
| Publisher: | Faber & Faber |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 344 pages |
| Primary Genre | Thriller and Suspense |
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The Letter: A few weeks after her father's death, Tommie McCloud receives a letter in the post from a stranger. The woman claims that Tommie is her biological daughter, kidnapped from her as a baby over thirty years ago.The Lies: Tommie is approached by journalist Jack Smith, who claims to know about her past.
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Playing Dead was written by Julia Heaberlin and published by Faber & Faber
Playing Dead has 344 pages
