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Andrew Pyper

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Bestselling author Andrew Pyper returns with a riveting psychological thriller about how the people you’ve known your whole life can suddenly become strangers.

What if everything you knew about the people you loved was a lie?

After the death of their absentee father, Aaron and Bridge Quinlan travel to a vast rainforest property in the Pacific Northwest to hear the reading of his will. There, they meet up with their mother and troubled sister, Franny, and are shocked to discover the will’s terms: in order to claim their inheritance they must all remain at the estate for thirty days without any contact with the outside world. Despite their concerns, they agree.

The Quinlans soon come to learn their family has more secrets than they ever imagined—revelations that at first inspire curiosity, then fear. Why does Bridge have faint memories of the estate? Why did their father want them to be sequestered there together? And what is out there they feel pulling them into the dark heart of the woods?

The Homecoming is at once a gripping mystery, a chilling exploration of how our memories can both define and betray us, and a riveting page-turner that will have you questioning your very existence.

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“[A] brilliant thriller . . . readers will be invested in the thoughtfully constructed characters. Fans of Josh Malerman’s Bird Box will be pleased.”
— PUBLISHERS WEEKLY, starred review

“A thriller of ominous betrayal that dips into paranoia and the paranormal . . . Pyper’s petrifying imagination comes through in the details. The Homecoming creates a battle between the reader’s faith in what they know about their own histories and the leery possibility of treachery emerging out of nowhere . . . By the time the characters surrender to psychological terror, the reader has relinquished whatever idea of security they had before beginning the book.”
— THE GLOBE AND MAIL

“A bizarre and innovative take on the cabin-in-the-woods suspense story. . . . [with] a series of inventive plot twists that Pyper mounts for the readers’ delight, pulling them off with his usual sharp and highly visual prose style.”
— TORONTO STAR

“Every bit as chilling and creepy as you’d expect.”
— CHATELAINE

“[A] weird, wonderful, audacious new novel . . . descends, at first slowly and then with almost dizzying speed, into an abyss of shattered memories, disquieting dreams, and an evil that borders on the surreal. . . . Brilliantly constructed and absolutely mesmerizing, this could very well be the best book yet by the author.”
— BOOKLIST, starred review

“A skilful blend of horror, science fiction and family drama. . . . Pyper is a masterful plotter . . . a clean, clear and subtly affecting writer who is underappreciated as a stylist, who lulls readers and then grabs them by their throats. The Homecoming is an excellent novel . . . and might be Pyper’s best book.”
— WINNIPEG FREE PRESS

A Paradies Lagardere March 2019 pick.

“Part macabre family drama, part chilling dystopian nightmare, The Homecoming is the kind of story that could only spring from the darkest imagination. Pyper is a master of the artful thriller, and Belfountain, the mysterious mansion at the centre of this terrifying novel, might be one of the most eerily realized hellscapes ever. The last page is a jaw-dropper.”
— LISA GABRIELE, bestselling author of The Winters

“Pyper has the unique ability to write beautiful, relaxing sentences which, two hours later, have me sleeping with all the lights on and jumping every time the dog barks. The Homecoming is both heartwarming yet utterly terrifying. There’s no doubt that Pyper is a genuine craftsman of our time.”
— ROZ NAY, bestselling author of Our Little Secret

“The Homecoming begins as a story about a family thrown together in the strangest of circumstances. From there, Pyper uses deft plotting to bring readers through twisty turns and dark woods to an ending that’s both surprising and exactly right. Pyper is a gifted storyteller with a penchant for the super creepy, and with The Homecoming he’s at his very best.”
— AMY STUART, bestselling author of Still Water and Still Mine

PRAISE FOR THE ONLY CHILD

“Gothic fans, rejoice! . . . An addictive cycle of cliffhanger chapter endings, quick resolutions, and taut, punchy sentences.”
— THE GLOBE AND MAIL

“Pyper upends genre conventions once again . . . a high-concept dark fantasy novel . . . Lily's journey with a monster who inspired the very literary tradition Pyper so skillfully exploits provides . . . a satisfying confrontation with darkness, both personal and mythological, that readers expect from the best horror.”
— TORONTO STAR

“So you're reading The Only Child, Pyper's newest book, and suddenly—kaboom!—the story is shot like a cannon blast across a very dark sky. Exactly the sort of light we pine for.”
— JOSH MALERMAN, author of Bird Box and Black Mad Wheel

“A seductive gothic thriller for the modern age. Crafted with dark intrigue and cinematic drive, this mesmerizing journey into the heart of a monster is, at once, compelling, eerie and brilliantly satisfying.”
— AMI MCKAY, author of The Witches of New York

"As much a psychological inquiry as it is an adrenaline-fueled thriller, layered with menace, mystery, and startling revelations that span centuries. A book that begs to be read in one sitting, with the doors locked, the lights low, and a sharp knife and a jug of holy water within reach, just in case."
— BENJAMIN PERCY, author of The Dead Lands, Thrill Me, Red Moon and The Wilding

“Andrew Pyper has concocted a darkly entrancing tale that sweeps you off your feet from its first pages. Filled with deliriously clever nods to the grand Gothic tradition, The Only Child is also fiercely original, wildly provocative and utterly satisfying, beginning to end.”
— MEGAN ABBOTT, bestselling author of The Fever and You Will Know Me

“Pyper has honed his craft as finely as Michael has honed his murderous impulses. This makes for a propulsive read, and will help this book make a smooth transition when it inevitably makes the leap to the big screen.”
— QUILL & QUIRE

“Andrew Pyper’s The Only Child cleverly re-imagines the 19th century gothic classics while spinning a thrilling, touching, and distinctly 21st century monster story.”
— PAUL TREMBLAY, author of A Head Full of Ghosts and Disappearance at Devil’s Rock

“Pyper writes beautiful, scary books that would keep Robert Louis Stevenson up at night.”
— ROBERT ROTENBERG, author of Stray Bullets and Old City Hall

“Pyper’s writing is gripping, and readers will undoubtedly make comparisons to Stephen King.”
— LIBRARY JOURNAL

“International horror royalty (often compared to the crowned ruler, Stephen King).”
— METRO CANADA

About the Author

Andrew Pyper is the internationally bestselling author of ten previous novels, including The Demonologist, which won the International Thriller Writers award for Best Hardcover Novel, and The Killing Circle, which was selected a New York Times Best Crime Novel of the Year. He lives in Toronto. Visit AndrewPyper.com and follow him on Twitter @AndrewPyper.

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07GNVCRTW
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Simon & Schuster (February 26, 2019)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 26, 2019
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 3061 KB
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Print length ‏ : ‎ 369 pages

Best Sellers Rank: #1,452,203 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #6,147 in Mystery, Thriller & Suspense Literary Fiction
- #29,994 in Horror (Kindle Store)
- #31,330 in Murder Thrillers

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I'm the author of ten internationally bestselling novels, including The Residence (September 1, 2020).

My previous books include The Demonologist, a #1 bestseller in Canada, Brazil and a number of other foreign territories, and the winner of the International Thriller Writers Award for Best Novel. My first novel, Lost Girls, won the Arthur Ellis Award, was a New York Times Notable Book of the Year and appeared on both the New York Times and Times (UK) bestseller lists. The Killing Circle was a New York Times Crime Novel of the Year, and The Wildfire Season a Globe and Mail Best Book. I made my way through a BA and MA in English Literature from McGill University, and somehow got a law degree from the University of Toronto.

I live in Toronto.

There's more at my website: www.andrewpyper.com

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DIANE PATTERSON

STEPHEN KING WANNA-BE

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on March 12, 2019

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This is the story of the Quinlan family thrown together in the strangest of circumstances.

After the death of their father, Aaron & Bridge travel to a castle in the Pacific Northwest to hear the reading of his will. There, they encounter their mother & sister, Franny. They are shocked to discover that in order to claim their inheritance, they must remain at the estate for 30 days without any contact with the outside world. The perimeter of the estate marks the extent to which they may travel.

They find that they are not the only 4 people on the land. There is an Old Woman & a Tall Man in the woods. Who are they? Are they homeless? Do they pose a threat? The Tall Man appears to know how to travel through the forest, how to hide, track & survive. His appearance suggests mental illness. How did he find his way inside the fence? It's electrified.

The Quinlan's learn the deceased had a second wife, a second home & a second family; a son Jerry, a daughter Lauren & a set of identical twins Elias & Ezra. They arrive at Belfountain by limo. The siblings chatter about where they grew up & the possibility that they unknowingly crossed paths. And, they exchange Dad stories. Mom is the only one who doesn't join in the pretense of One Big Happy Dysfunctional Family. Everyone who sleeps in Belfountain dreams the same dream. Everyone except Mom.

Aaron discovers a kids' summer camp in the woods with demonic messages on the tables & the walls and a pentagram on the floor. There's a walk-in freezer in the kitchen with a trapdoor. What awaits on the other side?

Elias is murdered with a hatchet. Their mother disappears. Ezra is found dead. Either they get out now or they never do.

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Sharman N. Ballantine

Psychological Thrills All in the Family

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on July 24, 2019

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I liked the advertised storyline and bought the book because of the Pacific Northwest setting. First half of the book drew me in, even though I am not a fan of books with scary half-dead people. Seemed like the author lost his energy once the “answers” started to become clear. The pace got overly rushed, and so many possibly interesting details about the geography, the lodge house, lab, and grounds were omitted. I was also disappointed in the ending. However, if Pyper wrote a sequel for Aaron and his sister, Bridget, I would definitely read it. As others noted, Pyper has a smooth, pleasing writing style.

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on September 11, 2020

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This book was odd because for all of the character development, the ending leaves you with the least knowledge of the two most important characters...

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on September 15, 2019

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A twisty thriller that is as sharp and smooth as a knife's blade. Another strong effort from the author!

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on August 27, 2019

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This is the second book by Andrew Pyper that I've read and I loved it! His method of writing flows along nicely while building up the suspense. The spookiness of the scenes keep me on the edge of my seat. I know I will end up buying all of his works!

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Good read

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on June 18, 2019

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Not as hypnotic as other Pyper's I have read. He's a good writer though.

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kimnappi

Family comes first? Maybe..

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on March 2, 2019

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Let’s just say, best Pyper book yet and a movie or miniseries? Yes please! See my detailed review on Goodreads! Read immediately!!

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Holly G (epiloguebookblog)

A great read!

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on June 20, 2019

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One of my top five reads this year thus far!

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Janet B

A RIVETING PAGE-TURNER THAT WLL KEEP YOU ON THE EDGE OF YOUR SEAT!

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on May 5, 2019

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After the death of their absentee father, Raymond Quinlan, the family arrive in limousines to a vast rain forest property in the Pacific Northwest to hear the reading of the will. Aaron, a surgeon and the eldest son and his 14 year old sister, Bridge, arrive in one limousine. Their mother, Eleanor, and sister, Franny, one year younger than Aaron, arrive in another limousine. When they get out of their limos, they must hand over their cell phones to the drivers. There are four trails headed by four posts of different colours and leading into the trees in different directions. Bridge chooses the green post which leads them up the path to the Belfountain mansion. They are met at the door by an elderly man named Mr. Fogarty, their father's attorney.

There are millions of dollars involved in this will, but there are conditions. The family must remain in the house for 30 days without using phones, internet and no outside contact. The father assigned all his assets equally to his wife and children. Delivery of food and supplies have been arranged, as well as comfortable bedding. Mr. Fogarty has drafted notices to be sent to their respective schools or workplaces explaining their absences as a family emergency.
The family wonder how their father became so wealthy. What did he do for a living? Was he a spy?

Aaron has unpleasant memories from working with Doctors Without Borders in a war zone. He and Bridge are very close. He watches over her and she makes him feel like he is not alone. Their sister, Franny, is one year younger than Aaron, but looks much older. She is underweight, twitchy and her hands are gripped into pale knuckled fists. She is an addict. She has lost a child named Nate and can never get over it. Their mother, Eleanor, was once Raymond Quinlan's secretary.

Very soon, there is a house full of strangers and weird things begin to happen. Aaron decides to go to check out the forest. He hears chilling sounds and noises and sees a tall man roaming around in the woods. The man is disheveled and looks mentally ill. He seems to know his way around the forest, but how did he get over the fence? It's electrified. As Aaron looks around, he notices an old woman, who is mute and looks strange. She is wandering around. Aaron quickly returns to the mansion and tells everyone to keep the doors and windows locked.

Andrew Pyper is a gifted storyteller that has written an outstanding and engrossing novel. It is cleverly written and you will be sitting on the edge of your seat. If you are into thrillers, you will love this one.

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Lisa Adams

Fast-Paced, Highly Suspenseful Horror

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on May 23, 2019

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After the death of their absentee father, Aaron and Bridge Quinlan, along with their sister and mother, are driven to a large country estate. According to the terms of the will, in order to claim their share of the substantial inheritance, they must stay there for thirty days without any contact with the outside world. Within a couple of days, they are joined by four more half-siblings: their father's other family about which they had previously known nothing. They must all deal with the revelations of more secrets than they had ever anticipated, while trying to stay ahead of whatever is stalking them from the forest.

This entire book is full of delightful turns and reversals, and the reader never knows what is around the next plot twist. There's always another plot twist. By the midpoint of the book, I had at least half a dozen theories as to what was really happening, all of which turned out to be wrong.

If you love fast-paced, highly suspenseful horror, you have come to the right place.

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Couldn't put it down

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on March 21, 2019

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I love the premise and the way this book was written. Short chapters really capture me. When the kindle says the next chapter will take me 4 minutes to read, I just HAVE to read it. I blew through this one very quickly. The whole idea of having these two families discover each other and have to work together to survive was a good one. Then, as things unfolded, it just got freakier and freakier. I found all the characters interesting in their own way, but particularly loved the relationship between Aaron and Bridge. There were just enough surprises to keep me glued to it. When it came to an end, about 20% of me screamed "No! I want a happier ending!" The other 80% of me said, "Yup, this is the way it has to end."

Donna

A Let Down Thriller

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on June 17, 2019

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This is a tough one for me. The book draws you in from the get go and written well enough that you want to finish to see how it ends. However, at 80% it takes what I refer to as a Stephen King flip and the thrill is over. I can’t say anything more without giving too much away other than to say, if you enjoy Stephen Kings writing style, I am almost certain you will enjoy this book.

Bobbi-Jo Lackie

I was impressed!

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on August 19, 2019

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I am not usually into the modern authors but decided to try this book. I was pleasantly surprised. The writing is "ok" but the plot was great. It had me...yes me who usually knows who will do what in a movie within the first 5 minutes...guessing what was going on the whole way.

I would recommend it for sure!

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