The Hiding House: a psychological suspense novel

"Creepy... menacing. A unique, atmospheric story." – Snazzy BooksSome houses keep their secrets. Some won’t let them go.Sebastian and Elise have lived in fear of their abusive mother for as long as they can remember—until she mysteriously vanishes. At last, they find safety in their grandmother’s isolated woodland cottage, miles from the nearest town.Until tragedy strikes, shattering their world and leaving them utterly alone.Elise knows she must act quickly to protect her younger brother. So why does she insist they stay hidden from the outside world?But as they try to navigate their new reality, it soon becomes clear that they are not alone after all. A figure lurks in the woods, watching… waiting. And in the darkness, a terrifying secret is about to be unearthed—one that may hold the key to their mother’s disappearance.A haunting blend of psychological suspense and dark family drama, The Hiding House is an atmospheric thriller woven with the eerie tension of a modern-day fairy tale.

About the Author

British thriller writer Malcolm Richards crafts dark and twist-filled stories to keep you guessing from the edge of your seat. He is the author of the Emily Swanson series, in which the titular sleuth redeems her guilty past by helping others, and the Devil's Cove trilogy, about terrifying events occurring in a small Cornish town. The first book, The Cove, was a finalist in the 2018 Holyer an Gof Cornish book awards. His first novel, The Hiding House, was published in 2012 and tells the story of two young siblings uncovering a dark web of family secrets after being left alone at their grandmother's isolated woodland home. Malcolm credits authors such as Stephen King, Thomas Harris & Agatha Christie as major influences on his writing. Previously, Malcolm worked for several years in the special education sector, teaching and supporting children with complex needs. Born and raised in Cornwall, he spent twenty-two years living in London before settling in the Somerset countryside.

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