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A Sharp Scratch

A Sharp Scratch

Summary

Have you ever felt it was all too much? That you just needed to get away from it all?

Betsy knows that feeling all too well. So, when she’s offered the opportunity to retreat to a highly exclusive wellness centre she jumps at the chance.

Sarraday is a place like no other. She discovers that her imperfections make her unique, not weak. She’s not broken, just special. As are all the other girls admitted to Sarraday.

It turns out all they needed to get better was Sarraday. All they have to do is follow the rules.

A small ask really.

Until it’s not.

Just how far is Betsy willing to go to become well? And once she is, will Sarraday let her go?

Reviews

  • Darwent has a great career as a thriller writer ahead of her
    Sunday Times on TTWDTOF

About the author

Heather Darwent

Heather Darwent is based just outside of Edinburgh, the setting for her bestselling debut The Things We Do To Our Friends. When she's not writing, you'll find her reading chaotic non-fiction about Silicon Valley and swimming in the sea. A Sharp Scratch is her second novel.
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