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Harlow and her mum, Cora, have been on the run her entire life. She has no idea why or what they're running from, but in every place they stop, they create new names and stories, and they never stay for long.
Then, one night, while attempting to skip town, Cora is killed, leaving Harlow alone and with a million questions.
But her mum's secrets live on. And when a key to a hidden safety deposit box leads Harlow to Crescent Ridge - Cora's hometown - she discovers a trail of buried secrets and lies.
Harlow was hoping to find something that would help her understand her mum better. But what she finds instead will change everything she knows about her mum - and herself - forever.
From the author of BAD THINGS HAPPEN HERE comes another gripping thriller, perfect for fans of WE WERE LIARS, ONE OF US IS LYING and GIRL IN PIECES. Rebecca Barrow is the critically acclaimed author of Interview with the Vixen, This Is What It Feels Like, and You Don't Know Me But I Know You. Bad Things Happen Here is her UK debut. She is a lover of sunshine, Old Hollywood icons and all things high femme. She lives and writes in England. Visit her at rebecca-barrow.com. Harlow's always lived life on the run. Now she wants to know where she came from. But some questions are better left unanswered in this twisty, tense thriller... Packed with twists and turns sure to keep readers flipping the pages right to the very end. Centres a queer Black mixed-race character. Combines a compelling crime thriller plot with haunting and poignant family drama for the ultimate emotional punch. Harlow's mystery is peppered throughout with chapters from Cora's teenage POV, increasing the tension and intrigue. Simultaneous publication with Simon & Schuster in the US. Rebecca is based in the UK and available for events. Perfect for YA and crossover readers who loved WE WERE LIARS, ONE OF US IS LYING, GIRL IN PIECES and RIVERDALE.
Then, one night, while attempting to skip town, Cora is killed, leaving Harlow alone and with a million questions.
But her mum's secrets live on. And when a key to a hidden safety deposit box leads Harlow to Crescent Ridge - Cora's hometown - she discovers a trail of buried secrets and lies.
Harlow was hoping to find something that would help her understand her mum better. But what she finds instead will change everything she knows about her mum - and herself - forever.
From the author of BAD THINGS HAPPEN HERE comes another gripping thriller, perfect for fans of WE WERE LIARS, ONE OF US IS LYING and GIRL IN PIECES. Rebecca Barrow is the critically acclaimed author of Interview with the Vixen, This Is What It Feels Like, and You Don't Know Me But I Know You. Bad Things Happen Here is her UK debut. She is a lover of sunshine, Old Hollywood icons and all things high femme. She lives and writes in England. Visit her at rebecca-barrow.com. Harlow's always lived life on the run. Now she wants to know where she came from. But some questions are better left unanswered in this twisty, tense thriller... Packed with twists and turns sure to keep readers flipping the pages right to the very end. Centres a queer Black mixed-race character. Combines a compelling crime thriller plot with haunting and poignant family drama for the ultimate emotional punch. Harlow's mystery is peppered throughout with chapters from Cora's teenage POV, increasing the tension and intrigue. Simultaneous publication with Simon & Schuster in the US. Rebecca is based in the UK and available for events. Perfect for YA and crossover readers who loved WE WERE LIARS, ONE OF US IS LYING, GIRL IN PIECES and RIVERDALE.