Sticks and Stones

A wickedly dark debut thriller about three women who've all been involved with the same man and realize the one thing they have in common is that they all want revenge against him....

Divorces are often messy, and Imogen's is no exception. Phillip Rochester is controlling, abusive, and determined to make things as difficult as possible. When he shows up without warning demanding that Imogen move out of their house by the end of the month or he'll sue for sole custody of their young son, Imogen is ready to snap.

In a moment of madness, Imogen does something unthinkable - something that puts her in control for the first time in years. She's desperate to protect her son and to claim authority over her own life.

But she wasn't expecting both Phillip's ex-wife and new girlfriend to get tangled up in her plans. These three very different women - and unlikely allies - reluctantly team up to take revenge against a man who has wronged them all.

Genre: Mystery

"A brilliant debut from an author with a sharp wit and a keen understanding of human nature. I couldn't turn the pages quickly enough." - Fiona Cummins

"A revenge thriller to make you punch the air in solidarity." - Eva Dolan

"Sticks and Stones is a gem of a debut with a unique premise, tightly-crafted plot and believable characters who get under your skin from the start. Incredibly well-observed and sensitive in its handling of difficult subjects, it is, above all, thoroughly entertaining. Highly recommended!" - Caz Frear

"A darkly funny read covering an emotive topic with sensitivity and style." - SJI Holliday

"Deliciously dark and gripping." - Emily Koch

"A gripping story, sensitively told." - Laura Marshall

"A cracking book. Darkly funny, yet also touching and emotive. Plus, full of suspense and twists. Buy it!" - C J Tudor

"Sensational – pacy, twisty and darkly funny with well-rounded characters." - Roz Watkins