It is summer 1989 and fifteen-year-old Clotilde is on holiday with her parents in Corsica. On a twisty mountain road, their car comes off at a curve and plunges into a ravine. Only Clotilde survives. Twenty-seven years later, she returns to Corsica with her husband and their sulky teenage daughter. Clotilde wants the trip to do two things – to help exorcise her past, and to build a bridge between her and her daughter. But in the very place where she spent that summer all those years ago, she receives a letter. From her mother. As if she were still alive. As fragments of memory come back, Clotilde begins to question the past. And yet it all seems impossible – she saw the corpses of her mother, her father, her brother. She has lived with their ghosts. But then who sent this letter – and why?
Dive into the twisting, suspenseful world of Michel Bussi's *Time is a Killer*, a gripping thriller perfect for fans of psychological suspense and intricate mysteries. From the internationally bestselling author of *After the Crash*, this novel will keep you guessing until the very last page. The sun-drenched island of Corsica holds both idyllic beauty and devastating secrets for Clotilde. In the summer of 1989, a horrific car accident claimed the lives of her parents and brother, leaving fifteen-year-old Clotilde the sole survivor. Haunted by the tragedy, she carries the weight of that fateful day with her for twenty-seven years. Now, in an attempt to confront her past and reconnect with her own estranged teenage daughter, Clotilde returns to Corsica. But the island's tranquil facade is shattered when she receives a letter a letter seemingly written by her deceased mother. The impossible has happened, or so it seems. The letter plunges Clotilde into a whirlwind of doubt and confusion. She vividly remembers the aftermath of the crash, the sight of her family's lifeless bodies. How could her mother possibly be alive? As fragmented memories resurface, she begins to question everything she thought she knew about that day. Was the accident truly an accident? Or was something far more sinister at play? Driven by a desperate need for answers, Clotilde embarks on a perilous journey to uncover the truth, even if it means confronting long-buried secrets and facing unimaginable danger. With each clue she unearths, the past becomes more complex and the stakes become higher. *Time is a Killer* is more than just a thriller; it's an exploration of memory, grief, and the enduring bonds of family. Bussi masterfully weaves a tale of suspense that will leave you breathless. His evocative descriptions of the Corsican landscape create a stunning backdrop for this captivating story, adding to the atmosphere of mystery and intrigue. Readers praise Bussi's ability to create complex, relatable characters and his knack for crafting unexpected plot twists. This novel is a testament to his skill as a storyteller, delivering a reading experience that is both intellectually stimulating and emotionally resonant. If you enjoy twisty thrillers with a strong sense of place and compelling characters, *Time is a Killer* is a must-read. Prepare to be captivated by this intricate and unforgettable story. Get your copy today and prepare to lose yourself in the sun-drenched shadows of Corsica!