Description
Backstory pick Set around a primary school shooting in fictional Stonesmere this unflinching novel explores what happened on Day One, when Year 6 put on a play to introduce new pupils to the school with devastating consequences. It's not so much a whodunnit but more an exploration on how society reacts to human tragedies like these. A real page-turner. Denise
The breathtaking new novel from the bestselling author of Girl A* A Times thriller of the year ?I couldn?t put this down? Stacey Halls What really happened on Day One? Everyone has their own version of what happened to the school that day: The survivor, who escaped but is now trapped in a lie. The newspapers, hellbent on turning a tragedy into a spectacle. And the outsider, who claims it never really happened at all? They all want the truth.
But who?s ready to face it? As events spiral out of control and conspiracies ignite, the true story is revealed. Piece by shocking piece. *Praise for DAY ONE* ?A devastating, beautiful novel? Jennifer Saint ?Gripping and beautifully written? Emilia Hart ?A chilling, thought-provoking read? Shari Lapena ?A beautiful writer? Adele Parks ?An exceptionally skillful book? Clare Mackintosh