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You Are Fatally Invited

You Are Fatally Invited

Summary

'When you trap a group of mystery authors on a secluded island, the result is wickedly delightful mayhem! It’s Agatha Christie on steroids' — Tess Gerritsen
'You'll trip over the twists in this sneaky, snaky mystery' - A.J. Finn
'Glass Onion meets Cluedo in this intricate and clever thriller' — Catherine Cooper


Six thriller authors. One writing retreat.
You’d die to be on the guest list . . .


The Host
Legendary mystery author J. R. Alastor’s books are sold all over the world, but no one knows his real name. After years hiding in the shadows, he has sent out six invitations to an exclusive murder mystery retreat on his private island.

The Assistant
Mila del Angél has been hired to ensure the week runs smoothly. She has yearned for revenge on a ghost from her past for years – and this could be her chance to get it.

The Players
The six bestselling thriller writers accept their invitations without question – it’s an opportunity any author would kill for.

The Game
What should have been a week of trope-filled games takes a sinister turn when one guest is found dead, and the others find themselves in the midst of a nightmare drawn from Alastor’s dark imagination. They may have written thrillers – but now they and Mila must survive one...

READERS LOVE YOU ARE FATALLY INVITED!

'Terrifying thriller tropes, gothic deliciousness, and a deep and obsessive love for books.' FIVE-STAR Review

'Exceptional... If you’re a fan of mystery and slashers it’s a must read.' FIVE-STAR Review

'This perfectly woven mystery will keep the reader guessing to the very end. Absolutely fabulous!' FIVE-STAR Review

'I have read a lot of mystery/thriller books and this one is exceptional!' FIVE-STAR Review

'OMG this book!!! It is such a rollercoaster ride that you do not want to get off. Agatha Christie meets Cluedo in this unique and utterly brilliant story.' FIVE-STAR Review

'A really assured and clever novel - utterly riveting fun. I read it in a day.' FIVE-STAR Review

'This book is insane! Wow! Amazing twists and turns.' FIVE-STAR Review

Reviews

  • When you trap a group of mystery authors on a secluded island, the result is wickedly delightful mayhem! It’s Agatha Christie on steroids.
    Tess Gerritsen, New York Times and Sunday Times bestselling author of the Rizzoli & Isles series.

About the author

Ande Pliego

Ande Pliego began writing stories when she discovered she could actually wield her overactive imagination for good. A lover of stories with teeth, she writes books involving mind games, dark humour, general murder and mayhem, characters pushed to the edge of themselves, and most importantly, finding the hope in the dark.


When not reading or writing, she can usually be found dabbling in art, scheming up her next trip, or making constant expeditions to the library. Born in Florida, raised in France, and having left footprints all over the globe, Ande is settled in the Pacific Northwest, USA, with her craftsman husband and little son.
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