The Silent Girls

by Ann Troup

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Fiction. Suspense. Thriller. What if everything you knew was a lie... This house has a past that won't stay hidden, and it is time for the dead to speak. Returning to Number 17, Coronation Square, Edie is shocked to find the place she remembers from childhood reeks of mould and decay. After her aunt Dolly's death Edie must clear out the home on a street known for five vicious murders many years ago, but under the dirt and grime of years of neglect lurk dangerous truths. For in this dark house there is misery, sin and dark secrets that can no longer stay hidden. The truth must come out. Finding herself dragged back into the horrific murders of the past, Edie must find out what really happened all those years ago. But as Edie uncovers the history of the family she had all but forgotten, she begins to wonder if sometimes it isn't best to leave them buried. From the bestselling author of The Lost Child don't miss The Silent Girls An unforgettable and addictive story, perfect for fans of Lesley Thomson, Diane Chamberlain and Tracy Buchanan. What reviewers are saying about The Silent Girls 'Whomever said it was somewhat like a Gone Girl or Girl on the Train story was absolutely spot on.' �?? Melissa Winkelman (NetGalley) 'Mysterious, dark and yet hopeful, this is beautifully written fiction.' �?? Writing Round the Block 'Ann Troup's second novel is a tale that is expertly told. She is a brilliant storyteller... suspenseful and thrilling kept me glued.' �?? Postcard Reviews 'There is so much mystery and intrigue surrounding this house and the family that it's hard to keep up and if the fast placed plot doesn't keep your interest then the many twists and turns certainly will.' �?? My Reading Corner 'The Silent Girls is a beautifully-written yet dark story with enough twists and turns to keep you guessing.' �?? Karen O'Hare (Goodreads) 'If you can handle being kept up all night as there is a chance you might not want to put this book down, and a story that keeps you guessing right up until the very end then The Silent Girls is the book for you.' �?? B… (more)

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I got the opportunity to participate in the blog tour for Anne Troup's book The Lost Girl last year. I liked the book so when I got the opportunity to participate in a blog tour, for her second book The Silent Girls did I say yes right away. And, let me tell you this book is great!

Edie is returning to Number 17, Coronation Square to clean out the house after aunt has died, but her aunt Dolly has one or two secrets hidden in the house. And, not every friendly face is trustworthy will Edie learn during the progress of the book. I like the fact that the street where Edie's aunt lived seems so normal, at first. Then, you slowly see that the street has a darker side. Of course, the murders decades back in the past has given the street a place on the map (there are even murder tours for tourists).

The pacing in the book is good, it doesn't give away all the secrets too fast and I really feel for Edie who is slowly realizing that not everything is fine. She is just there to clean out a house and suddenly the secrets from the past are being revealed and perhaps some secret should not be revealed.

This is the kind of book I love to read, with buried secrets that have been waiting to be revealed. It's a page-turner with a truly great ending. I did have some suspicions that proved to be right. But, that never bothered me. In some cases, like in this book is nice to discover that you were, after all, right. The book never gets boring. I wanted to find out what really happened all the years ago when several women were killed. Did they catch the right killer?

In the end, I just want to say that this is a great book, perfect for anyone that likes to read mystery books with people with deep dark secrets.

Thanks to Neverland Blog Tours for providing me with a free copy for an honest review.

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MaraBlaise | Jul 23, 2022 |

This thriller keeps you guessing. Family history, a series of murders from the past, and a young girl who needs help all wind together to create a mystery that keeps you going until the end. (

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DrApple | Aug 19, 2021 |

A good read. This book is about a group of dysfunctional people. It warns us that visiting the past may not be a good idea. T. hings may not be as you remember them. Enjoyed the story. Good villain. (

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scot2 | Oct 8, 2020 |

Enjoyed this story. Quite early on I thought I had worked out the ending, I hadn't. However, I would have liked the baddie to get his comeuppance but he didn't. (

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scot2 | Jul 12, 2017 |

Edie has returned to No. 17 Coronation Street after a thirty year absence. She is there only to clean it after the death of her aunt, a much larger task than she anticipated. She meets and befriends Sophie, a young homeless girl whom she invites to stay with her while she finishes cleaning the house. She also renews an acquaintance with Lena, a neighbour, and her son, Sam. Sam is very willing to help with the task of house cleaning, so much so that he offers to buy the house to save Edie the trouble but, when she explains that she doesn’t own it, his charm dissipates very quickly. And then there’s Mark – his father has been hanged for the murder of five girls decades earlier. Mark is convinced he was innocent and that the evidence to prove this can be found in the house. He convinces Sophie to help him find it, an action that will have dangerous consequences for both Sophie and Edie.

The Silent Girls by author Ann Troup begins slowly and builds up gradually although it never achieves a high level of suspense and the action remains minimal throughout. The story is told from multiple POVs and is less a thriller than a character study of people living in a once-proud neighbourhood that has never recovered from a terrible crime. Fortunately, the characters are interesting as are the secrets revealed in the process of cleaning the house. Overall, a bit slow but with some very empathetic characters who keep the story interesting and the reader engaged.

3.5

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Fiction. Suspense. Thriller. What if everything you knew was a lie... This house has a past that won't stay hidden, and it is time for the dead to speak. Returning to Number 17, Coronation Square, Edie is shocked to find the place she remembers from childhood reeks of mould and decay. After her aunt Dolly's death Edie must clear out the home on a street known for five vicious murders many years ago, but under the dirt and grime of years of neglect lurk dangerous truths. For in this dark house there is misery, sin and dark secrets that can no longer stay hidden. The truth must come out. Finding herself dragged back into the horrific murders of the past, Edie must find out what really happened all those years ago. But as Edie uncovers the history of the family she had all but forgotten, she begins to wonder if sometimes it isn't best to leave them buried. From the bestselling author of The Lost Child don't miss The Silent Girls An unforgettable and addictive story, perfect for fans of Lesley Thomson, Diane Chamberlain and Tracy Buchanan. What reviewers are saying about The Silent Girls 'Whomever said it was somewhat like a Gone Girl or Girl on the Train story was absolutely spot on.' �?? Melissa Winkelman (NetGalley) 'Mysterious, dark and yet hopeful, this is beautifully written fiction.' �?? Writing Round the Block 'Ann Troup's second novel is a tale that is expertly told. She is a brilliant storyteller... suspenseful and thrilling kept me glued.' �?? Postcard Reviews 'There is so much mystery and intrigue surrounding this house and the family that it's hard to keep up and if the fast placed plot doesn't keep your interest then the many twists and turns certainly will.' �?? My Reading Corner 'The Silent Girls is a beautifully-written yet dark story with enough twists and turns to keep you guessing.' �?? Karen O'Hare (Goodreads) 'If you can handle being kept up all night as there is a chance you might not want to put this book down, and a story that keeps you guessing right up until the very end then The Silent Girls is the book for you.' �?? B

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