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The Bridesmaid

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What to expect

A gripping, heart-pounding new story from international bestseller Nina Manning.

Your best friend or your worst nightmare...?

From the moment they met as children, Sasha knew that beautiful, wealthy, and confident Caitlin would always be her absolute best friend. Sasha would do anything to make Caitlin happy.

Even keep her darkest secrets…

The years have passed, but their friendship remains. And when Caitlin announces she’s getting married there is only one choice for the role of bridesmaid. Sasha will make sure Caitlin’s wedding is as beautiful and perfect as she is. Won’t she?

But as the big day approaches, cracks begin to appear. Because no matter what Sasha does, she never seems to make Caitlin happy.

And the secrets that once bound these two friends, now threaten to rip them apart for good...

A dark and unsettling psychological thriller about toxic friendship, misplaced loyalty and secrets from the past finally being revealed...

Praise for Nina Manning:

'Addictive... and beautifully written...I loved it.' Number One Bestselling author Valerie Keogh

'Heart-stopping, pacy and tension filled. Highly recommended.' Claire Allan

'Compelling and claustrophobic, Nina is an exciting new voice and definitely one to watch' Phoebe Morgan

'An addictive and compelling summer read. Manning keeps you hooked throughout and guessing until the end. The perfect book to take on holiday.' Natasha Boydell

'Chilling and creepy. An atmospheric and addictive debut.' Diane Jeffrey

'Totally addictive. I couldn't put it down!' Darren O'Sullivan

'A claustrophobic, nail-biting thriller that draws you in and doesn't let go.' Naomi Joy

‘Clever, emotionally draining and totally gripping. I absolutely loved this book!’ D. E. White

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