The Retreat
Fiction & Poetry, Modern & Contemporary Fiction, Crime & Thrillers
Paperback Published on: 22/06/2023
RRP £9.99
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Synopsis
Most are here to recharge and refresh. But someone's here for revenge...
This is a warning for all our guests at the wellness retreat. A woman's body has been found at the bottom of the cliff beneath the yoga pavilion. We believe her death was a tragic accident, though DS Elin Warner has arrived on the island to investigate.
A storm has been forecast, but do not panic. Stick together and please ignore any rumours you might have heard about the island and its history. As soon as the weather clears, we will arrange boats to take you back to the mainland. In the meantime, we hope you enjoy your stay.
- Publisher: Transworld Publishers Ltd
- ISBN: 9780552177320
- Number of pages: 416
- Weight: 283g
- Dimensions: 198 x 127 x 25 mm
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A bit like Scooby Doo for adults
Through out this book, I had a feeling at the end a mask was going to be pulled off and the villain was going to say, 'and I would have gotten away with it... READ MORE
A great read
This book was one of my first books to get me to start reading again
And I got to say although it had a slow start I was a bit worried if I should carry o... READ MORE
Super exciting super hooked thriller
So I was kindly gifted this book by come round uk and Sarah Pearce in exhange for my honest opinions and wow what a book I was completely gripped from the ... READ MORE
Thrills and suspense all the way.
I haven’t actually read the previous novel but that didn’t stop me throughly enjoying this book. The main character is a detective with troubles of her own... READ MORE
Get comfortable, you won't want to put this down!
This is the first Sarah Pearse book I've read and wow, I will definitely be reading more. This book is about a family group who head of to the retreat so... READ MORE
It's an OK read
The premise for this book was good, I just didn't like the main protagonist Elin, and I just felt the booked lacked something, but I'm not exactly sure wha... READ MORE
Not a bad read,
Bit slow to get going, but a few twists at the end. Too many short chapters. But not a bad read
I loved this. A really great read
A really good whodunnit book very well written and had me reading well into the night. The talk of a curse is very intriguing really has your mind going. T... READ MORE
A slow burner that picks up pace and becomes an enjoyable read
The pace of the first few chapters is very slow. After this the pace picks up. Things become more exciting. The chapters are short, therefore you are able ... READ MORE
Gripping
I absolutely loved this book. I haven't read a book for a little while now but once I'd picked this one up I couldn't put it down. I kept reading faster ... READ MORE
A great suspenseful thriller
I was so pleased to receive a copy of The Retreat as I had already read the debut novel The Sanatorium, which to be honest I didn't think could be matched.... READ MORE
Great book and great author
I came across Sarah by chance after a friend had lent me her first book. Well I loved it and couldn't wait to see what else Sarah had in store. Well she re... READ MORE
Gripping from beginning to end!
I couldn’t put this book down! I love the descriptive writing style and the short chapters kept a quick pace that hurtled me through the drama and suspense... READ MORE
Turns into a fantastic gripping crime thriller!
The Retreat is not what you'd expect. This is a slow starting book. The chapters are very short, with lots of description throughout. You can absolutely pi... READ MORE
One day read
Once I got in to this book (as soon as I got to the first twist!), I had to finish it within the same day.
Good summer holiday read. I’ve recommended it ... READ MORE
Gripping thriller
I wasn’t sure what to expect when I started reading this book but I was hooked straight away.
This gripping thriller follows a journey of DS Elin Warner ... READ MORE
Intriguing, creepily haunting chiller-thriller
I really enjoyed The Retreat, better than the Sanatorium. The characters seem more developed in this second book and the chills come thick and fast! I read... READ MORE
Would make a fantastic film !!!!
The plot sounded brilliant , very Agatha Christie-esque , however , I found the The Retreat a slow burn . However , once the first murder had taken place ,... READ MORE
The retreat
This was my first book that I have read from Sarah pearse, loved the book and loved how there were twists through the book to keep you wanting to read the ... READ MORE
A thriller to the tee
Just when you think you've worked out who the culprit is the story takes a turn and you're back guessing at square one. The author has truly pulled out all... READ MORE
What a book! Captures you from the beginning!
A fantastic thriller book! It had me hooked from start to finish! I was sad when it ended as I just wanted the story to continue so I could keep reading! S... READ MORE
Great Holiday read
This was a complete change of genre for me but found The Retreat was able to keep me interested right to the end. There were a lot of characters but as I r... READ MORE
Absolutely Gripping!!!
I could not put this book down, each chapter leaves you wanting to carry on reading! Lots of twists and a big finish, you absolutely need to read this book... READ MORE
A chilling book which intrigues and grips you!
I had the opportunity to trial this book before it was released.
The page cover design is fantastic and I love the consistency of the style and brand for ... READ MORE
Grab a drink, lock the door and enjoy
From the start we meet all the characters, learning a little bit about them, the the story starts at full throttle and doesn't let up until that very last ... READ MORE
A cast of unlikeable characters
I found this slow going. There were too many characters that were not developed well and were all pretty unlikeable and one dimensional. I kept having to ... READ MORE
Slow burner with exciting twists
The pace of the first few chapters is very slow. After this the pace picks up. Things become more exciting. The chapters are short, therefore you are able ... READ MORE
The retreat - A compelling read ! A real page turner
I was gifted this book for free in return for an honest review.
The Retreat is a real page turner! Once I started I instantly felt like I wanted to know m... READ MORE
A Good Read
I enjoyed this book by Sarah Pearce, however it took me while to get into it.
At the beginning, there is far too much descriptive language, above and beyon... READ MORE
Brilliant read
I absolutely loved this book. It’s a thriller with so many twists and turns. To start with I love the short chapters as I found I could pick up this book d... READ MORE
Atmospheric Mystery Thriller
As an avid reader of thrillers it can take a lot to shock me. The Retreat’s revelations managed to achieve this more than once.
I really liked the short ... READ MORE
A good read
The author has done a creative writing course which is evident, lots of description throughout the book. This when used for the hotel, island and the weath... READ MORE
Clear your diary!
I couldn’t put this down, it gave me a serious case of “just one more chapter”.
More twists than a turkey twizzler.
Agatha Christie vibes!
Good read for a holiday
I was gifted this book by Come Round and this is my honest review.
I struggled with the first part. A lot of characters to follow but once I got through t... READ MORE
An engaging read in an amazing location
This book drew me in and reminded me of the Point Horror series I loved as a teenager, albeit with more sophisticated writing. The anticipation and turns o... READ MORE
So many twists
I’m no book reviewer but I was lucky enough to be gifted this book from Come round Uk and Sarah Pearce in exchange for my honest review.
This is my first... READ MORE
Thrilling Summer read must have
I was selected to read this book pre-release. It certainly doesn’t disappoint hence my 5 star rating. The author Sarah Pearse builds the suspense in short ... READ MORE
Gripping!
This book has it all, it's a slow hook at the start but It soon accelerates into twists and turns in every short chapter. It's an intensely dark murder, m... READ MORE
Captivating book
I loved reading this thriller. I was captivated by this book with many twists and turns. A book to have in your owned library!
Gripping read
Great gripping read set on the grounds of an old school with a grim history! You will be picking this book up at every opportunity the characters are reall... READ MORE
Would make a great tv show
My favourite reads are murder mysteries with a bit of a spooky twist. This book does not disappoint with events of present day connected to a spooky past. ... READ MORE
Secrets will resurface
Welcome to LUMEN - the resort where guests come to relax, unwind.
And die.
The Retreat gave me ‘Broadchurch meets Camp Crystal Lake’ vibes - the first fe... READ MORE
A Real Treat, but some flaws
I love suspense thrillers, Devon and Spa breaks so was most intrigued to read what author Sarah Pearse had written in her latest book.
I liked the book cov... READ MORE
Interesting thriller
overall I enjoyed reading this thriller, the book is made up but a large number of very short chapters (3-5 pages), telling the story from differing views.... READ MORE
Full of suspense.
I found this book a little slow to get into but it soon had me gripped.
The second in the series, this thriller keeps you in suspense throughout, just as y... READ MORE
Too many characters
This book has great setting descriptions and starts off full of potential as a group of friends go away on holiday. However, there were just to many charac... READ MORE
Gritty holiday read....fractured in places...
I found this book gritty , compelling to find out " who did it " ...but with so many characters to keep track on who was who .... stick at it if you get ... READ MORE
The Retreat
Overall super enjoyable. It did take me a few chapters to get in to but once I was familiar with the characters, I was hooked. Read the book super quickly ... READ MORE
Could not put down
I have to rate a book by how engrossed I get, and wow, did not put the book down, was obsessed! An author I am going to explore more for sure!
Retreat and read this stylish thriller
Thoroughly enjoyed this book. The story builds as the chapters progress and you get a better understanding of each characters story. I particularly liked t... READ MORE
A slow start but a good thriller.
I found this quite hard to get into but then it improved as it went on. It was an interesting thriller with a spooky twist. I loved the short chapters whic... READ MORE
A new author to follow
I’d not read any of Sarah Pearse’s books before but this didn’t spoil what is essentially the second book of a series. The characters took a while to devel... READ MORE
Confusing cast but good read once I got into it
I found the large amount of characters all involved in certain scenes confusing to keep up with and slightly jumpy.
The book overall was a good read I enjo... READ MORE
It's ok
I received rhis book in return for my.honest review. I can say I was not overly impressed by this book. It took me a while to get into it and a few times ... READ MORE
Slow burner with a shock ending
The Retreat is the first novel by Sarah Pearse that I have read, and although it probably isn’t my favourite read of the year so far, I am compelled to pic... READ MORE
Unpredictable thriller
I wasn't sure what to expect from this book at first, the author set the scene of the resort really well, it was easy to imagine being there.
A lot of cha... READ MORE
Page turner
Fab book that once I got into I couldn't put down. The ending was perfect!
Great read for a busy mum who loves a crime thriller
As a busy mum finding time to read can be tricky but with short chapters I could keep coming back to it. Within the first few pages I knew this was my kind... READ MORE
The retreat
This book focuses on a small island off the coast of Devon. It has a dreadful past crossing 2 generations. It is a slow burner and you are intrigued by the... READ MORE
Amazing read edge of seat
Really loved this book the author pulled you in I could imagine the characters and their surroundings and was really invested in the story I loved the twis... READ MORE
Enthralling psychological thriller
I was gifted this book. "The Retreat" is an enthralling psychological thriller that successfully combines elements of mystery, suspense, and human drama. S... READ MORE
Perfect holiday read
Now although I love a good thriller and a detective one.. I did struggle a little to get into this. However keep with it, there are ALOT of characters.. ma... READ MORE
A gripping thriller
This book works as a stand alone even though part two of a series. I enjoyed the detective, the family drama and the setting. One of the POV dropped away r... READ MORE
Gripping, kept me guessing!
It took a while for me personally to get into the book but once engaged it was great. It kept me guessing all the way through, very mysterious. It also had... READ MORE
Lots of suspense, twists and turns.
I was so happy to be selected to receive a copy of The Retreat. What can I say! I thoroughly enjoyed this book. There are quite a few characters to get use... READ MORE
Couldn’t put it down
This is the 1st book I e read from this author and she didn’t disappoint. I loved all the twits and turns in this book the chapters are short which lets yo... READ MORE
Too much too soon
I was looking forward to reading this book but I really struggled with it. In the first 20ish pages, 19 characters were introduced!
I found myself having ... READ MORE
Gripping thriller
Loved this book that I was gifted recently. It’s a tale of murder and suspense. Slow to start but builds up to a thrilling finale. I didn’t guess the murde... READ MORE
What an amazing exciting and thrilling read
I was recently given this book to read and must say, at the beginning, the first two chapters it took me some time to get into it, BUT, once I did I was ho... READ MORE
What a read
I'm not going to lie, from the off set i found it a little hard to get into this read. But I kept going and my god am I glad I did. Full of twists and turn... READ MORE
Enjoyable
It took me a while to get past the first couple of chapters as I did find the character(s) introduction quit slow and uneventful. Once I got past those cha... READ MORE
A brilliant suspense novel
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this, it kept me on the edge of my seat the whole way through and will definitely be buying more of these books! Would highly ... READ MORE
Very Long Winded
I received this book as part of a promotion for free.
It took me a long time to get in to it. So many chapters that I feel could have been cut down a bit.
... READ MORE
Twists and turns that keep you guessing
This was the first book I have read by Sarah Pearse and I will be going back for more! I enjoyed the twists and turns in this thriller which kept me guessi... READ MORE
Captivating
The Retreat
Well, what can I say! This is an absolutely fantastic book that kept me on my toes the entire time, completely invested from beginning to end... READ MORE
Gripping and intense; just what you want from a good thriller
Loved this book from only a few pages in. Although it was a little slow to start, the pace soon picked up and had me gripped. Every “just a few more pages”... READ MORE
Good en the end
It took me few chapter to get in to the book but once I did I loved it the storyline was fan in the end just took me a bit to get the sw ok ing of it cause... READ MORE
Amazing
Absolutely amazing book that I struggled to put down. Even better that it was set in Devon coast!
The twists had me hooked and guessing what each character... READ MORE
A exciting thriller
For me this was a slow start and slightly confusing but once I got into it and pasted that it ended up being an exciting thriller with lots of twists and s... READ MORE
Loved this!
This was addictive and exciting, with lots of twists and turns which really did keep me gripped. Loved the unexpected finale, Iwould recommend.
Additive reading
Great suspense novel from Sarah Pearse, was captivating throughout. Was easy to read yet difficult to put down.
There were a few twist and turns and kept ... READ MORE
Lots of characters -good twists- worth a read
There were a lot of characters to learn from the beginning - I had to keep checking back on who was who. Lots of twists and turns but kept me guessing unt... READ MORE
Too many characters and twists
Although this is the second book about Detective Elin Warner, it is easily read as a standalone. It is a slow start as so many characters are introduced in... READ MORE
Intriguing "who dunnit" with a costal backdrop
*no spoilers review* was drawn into the story slowly, the intrigue of the lingering question of who dunnit kept me locked in until the end, the coastal bac... READ MORE
Exciting and thrilling
I was very excited to read this story, as I love the thrill of finding out who 'done it' in a murder mystery and this one kept me guessing!
The story is a... READ MORE
Enjoyable thriller
This is the 2nd book following detective Elin Warner. I enjoyed the Sanatourium and so was pleased to read another book in the series. However, you don't h... READ MORE
Couldn’t put it down!
This was not my usual reading genre but I was happily surprised. Was a bit hard for me to follow at the beginning but after that the suspense had me hooked... READ MORE
Pacy whodunnit that keeps you guessing
I hadn’t read the first book in the series so was worried I would have missed some background but I soon caught up and the book flowed really nicely with l... READ MORE
Excellent summer read
A great thrilling book with twists and turns. The perfect summer read.
I was gifted this book but this is an honest review.
Disappointed
As a huge fan of the Sanatorium, i was delighted to get this book and dived right into it. Unfortunately it wasn't for me. There wasn't too much linking i... READ MORE
Page turner - do not miss - brilliant book
I loved the retreat. It was a real page turner and full of suspense and mystery. The location is one of the main characters in the book and looks large ove... READ MORE
So much adrenaline as I read, I had to keep taking breaks
The story immediately gets going, the scene setting and character development feels effortless and as one of three sisters myself, the sibling relationship... READ MORE
Full of Suspense!
This book was an enjoyable read.
There are quite a few different characters introduced right at the start and I did find it a little hard keeping track of ... READ MORE
It's written like you're there, hiding in the bushes!!
There are quite a lot of characters, it's a very busy descriptive book. Keep your wits about you, it all comes together in the end but keeps you guessing t... READ MORE
Captivating read
I loved this story from the start. Lots of twists to the story line and a totally unexpected ending. I was hooked from the word go and read it super fast j... READ MORE
A gripping story, nice easy read too!
I don’t want to give any spoilers away, yet if you like a gripping story, something that sparks the imagination, perhaps, in a dark way, with twists and tu... READ MORE
Gripping
I was lucky enough to receive this book in return for an honest review. After the first few chapters, where I struggled to get used to all the characters b... READ MORE
Slow beginning suspense thriller with unexpected twists and turns.
I am a loyal fan of my favourite authors be it thrillers or romance and as my time for reading is limited I often return to authors who are easy to read an... READ MORE
Enjoyable mystery
The Retreat by Sarah Pearse is a captivating thriller that kept me guessing from start to finish. Loved the island setting, family secrets, and cleverly cr... READ MORE
Brilliant thriller that will keep you reading on the edge of your seat!
This book was everything I wanted to get me back into my reading journey, exciting, thrilling, scary and with characters leaving you wanting to know more a... READ MORE
An enjoyable read!
When I first started reading, I didn't wany to stop! It had me wanting to know more. After a while that gripping suspense fading and I lost interest for a ... READ MORE
Good twists
It's a bit slow to get into to begin with but has a good ending so worth reading through to the end. Not really my type of book to be honest though so may ... READ MORE
Slow burn but worth it
This book is the second story by the author, I felt it took a little while to get into but picked up pace and was an enjoyable thriller.
Now available in a... READ MORE
An Exciting Read
Having read and loved The Sanatorium I was looking forward to reading The Retreat and I wasn't disappointed .This book is set on an island near Devon and i... READ MORE
THE RETREAT
Thank you to Come Round and the publisher for sending a copy to review.
This novel is a good one to take away on holiday, especially if you enjoy crime/thr... READ MORE
Slow burner to start with, but once I got into it, I couldn’t put it down!
Devon is my favourite place and I loved recognising place names and descriptions throughout the book.
I thought the book started slowly and was a little ... READ MORE
Easy Coffee Break Read; Missing the Thrill in thriller.
Not read anything by Sarah Pearse before, but love a good crime/thriller so was keen to get stuck in. Just when you think you know who dunnit, there's ano... READ MORE
Enjoyable & intriguing!
I really enjoyed the writing within this novel, it’s great to have a strong female lead character, there were some brilliant twists and it’s filled with in... READ MORE
Summer Retreat or Bereavement Island of Coincidences
Idyllic location , island just off the coast of Devon, with a dark history. People dropping like flies, hardly the relaxing spa retreat they hoped for. I f... READ MORE
A good read overall
I was given this book as part of a Comeround campaign. I struggled in the beginning of the book as it was quite slow and the characters were confusing to r... READ MORE
Oh - a great book - I got totally hooked & couldn’t put it down!
This is a great book - a thriller, with the tension mounting all the way through.
The Retreat, is idillic …… but is it & it’s visitors all it seems - I d... READ MORE
A gripping thriller you won't want to put down
The descriptions are so vivid they take you away to the retreat, you feel as if you are there . I was gripped from the first chapter. I loved the fast pace... READ MORE
Book is awesome from start to finish
Loved these characters,the plot and setting. All very gripping, Totally hooked from the beginning.
The chapters are short, therefore you are able to pick ... READ MORE
Great summer thriller
Very easy to read with a storyline that keeps you gripped to the end. Short chapters which go back and forth between different characters mean you need to ... READ MORE
Gripping read
I really enjoyed reading this book, it gripped me from the beginning and had me wanting to read on many times. The suspense of not knowing who’s doing the ... READ MORE
Not the holiday they've expected
This is not my usual genre but wow I really enjoyed this book and read it in few days time . Make sure you sit somewhere comfortable because you wouldn't w... READ MORE
Fabulous read
I had never read a Sarah Pearse novel but am now totally hooked. The setting was fabulous and though was based on an island off the coast of the UK it felt... READ MORE
A thoroughly gripping read
I could not put this book down.
Being a mum of three, two under the age of three it's hard to get much time for myself but I certainly found the time to ... READ MORE
What a ride!
I've got to say, it's been a long time since I've read a book so quickly. Talk about gripping!! Right from the off, and the pace doesn't fade. Sarah hits y... READ MORE
Chilling thriller - a brilliant read
A creepy atmospheric thriller that you will not want to put down! Pearse takes the reader through various twists and turns - keeping us guessing all the wh... READ MORE
Doesn't feel like Devon
This is the first book I have read by Sarah Pearse , I have enjoyed it up to a certain point. However the Island, even though beautifully described, espec... READ MORE
Suspenseful read that leaves a lingering chill in the air
I received this book for free but this is my honest review.
A continuation of the Elin Warner detective series by Sarah Pearse this book delivers a foreb... READ MORE
Slow burner that leaves you wanting more
This is the first book I have read from the author and I absolutely loved it.
It gripped me from the first chapter and the further I got into the story t... READ MORE
I am not a big fan
So I haven't really enjoyed this book I'm afraid.
I haven't read a book in a long time due to my strokes but I thought I got to get back into them .
I ha... READ MORE
What a thriller!!
Wow what can I say, what an amazing book this was to read, the suspense drives you insane till you reach the climax of the story! Fantastic thriller story,... READ MORE
Suspenseful thriller
The Retreat by Sarah Pearse is an enthralling novel that takes readers on a suspenseful journey to a secluded luxury wellness retreat. Nestled on an islan... READ MORE
Slow starter
This book is an ideal
Book to take on a holiday where you can sit for extended periods of time and read. The chapters are very short and they jump about so... READ MORE
A gripping crime thriller that will keep you in suspense throughout!
I was gifted this book in return for an honest review.
The Retreat is a thriller novel by Sarah Pearse set in what should be an Idyllic place, a wellness ... READ MORE
Gripping thriller!
Oh my days this book! I took TheRetreat with me in the car with the intention to read it whilst I waited for an hour for the children to finish school, I e... READ MORE
Hooked from the first chapter
I was sent this book in exchange for an honest review.
LUMEN is a luxury wellness retreat, built on a remote island where people are just trying to move ... READ MORE
I just couldn't engage with this book :(
I'm not sure why, but I found this book hard to follow, and I wasn't convinced by the reveal, but that might have been because I hadn't followed the story ... READ MORE
Slow to start but enjoyable
I really enjoyed this book. I love a crime thriller and this certainly was that. The story took a while to get going I wasn’t gripped to begin with. Onc... READ MORE
The Retreat
The Retreat by Sarah Pearse:
The book is about a retreat on an island off the South Devon Coast. In it's past it was used as a playground for a serial kil... READ MORE
Full of unexpected twists
I was excited to receive this book even though I hadn’t read the first in the series. I enjoyed it so much I had to buy the first one too. I’m hoping there... READ MORE
Too many characters, suspenseful ending
The start of the book hooked me quite quickly but there are a lot of characters and I did sometimes have to reacquaint myself with some of them and their r... READ MORE
another Sarah Pearse gem!
I realised this gem was still in my TBR pile when I received the ARC for the final book in the trilogy out this summer - The Wilds. I'm saving that one for... READ MORE
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