Locust Hill: A gripping literary domestic suspense
by Barbara Bayes
Fiona, a traumatized paraplegic, openly admits to the horrific double murder of wealthy couple Robert and Emily but refuses to explain her motives to the police or her lawyer. Confined to a wheelchair after a mass subway shooting, she has been unwilling or unable to speak since the terrifying day she was wounded in the train.
One person who might be able to shed some light on the murder is compassionate caregiver Margaret, temporarily hired as Fiona’s personal assistant. From the very first day of her arrival, Margaret senses that something is not quite right about the household...something disquieting and hard to pinpoint. As the mysteries pile up and the friendship between Margaret and her patient grows, the caregiver finds herself sifting through a complicated tangle of lies while trying to help her charge heal both physically and emotionally. The slow burn suspense gradually escalates as a series of shocking revelations brings us to a devastating conclusion.
GOODREADS 5 STAR REVIEW: "Received a complimentary copy of this novel from the author through voracious readers only, in exchange for an honest review. WOW what a story, just when you think you’ve figured everything out the author throws you a curve ball and leads you down another path.
This starts as any other murder story with the bodies of the victims found in their home with the murderer admitting to her guilt. The story then takes you back to the months leading up to this tragic event, and then even further back as more of Fiona and Margaret’s story are revealed. There are many twists and turns and shocking events that keep you hooked until the very end. A really emotional roller coaster of a story."
GOODREADS 5 STAR REVIEW: "If you want a book full if twists and turns, this is that book. Margaret is hired to take care of Fiona, who was shot in a mass shooting. But all is not what it seems . As you start finding out the truth, you will be shocked. Good read."
GOODREADS 5 STAR REVIEW: "A truly heart breaking web of stories that all link together to create an interesting and engaging book. Really enjoyed getting to know the characters individually and how they came together to make the story."
One person who might be able to shed some light on the murder is compassionate caregiver Margaret, temporarily hired as Fiona’s personal assistant. From the very first day of her arrival, Margaret senses that something is not quite right about the household...something disquieting and hard to pinpoint. As the mysteries pile up and the friendship between Margaret and her patient grows, the caregiver finds herself sifting through a complicated tangle of lies while trying to help her charge heal both physically and emotionally. The slow burn suspense gradually escalates as a series of shocking revelations brings us to a devastating conclusion.
GOODREADS 5 STAR REVIEW: "Received a complimentary copy of this novel from the author through voracious readers only, in exchange for an honest review. WOW what a story, just when you think you’ve figured everything out the author throws you a curve ball and leads you down another path.
This starts as any other murder story with the bodies of the victims found in their home with the murderer admitting to her guilt. The story then takes you back to the months leading up to this tragic event, and then even further back as more of Fiona and Margaret’s story are revealed. There are many twists and turns and shocking events that keep you hooked until the very end. A really emotional roller coaster of a story."
GOODREADS 5 STAR REVIEW: "If you want a book full if twists and turns, this is that book. Margaret is hired to take care of Fiona, who was shot in a mass shooting. But all is not what it seems . As you start finding out the truth, you will be shocked. Good read."
GOODREADS 5 STAR REVIEW: "A truly heart breaking web of stories that all link together to create an interesting and engaging book. Really enjoyed getting to know the characters individually and how they came together to make the story."
