The Magpies
by Mark Edwards
The Magpies by Mark Edwards holds a well received rating of 3.80 out of 5, based on 6.7K reader ratings. First published in 2013. The book spans 400 pages.
About The Magpies
Fear lives next door...When Jamie and Kirsty move into their first home together they are full of optimism. The future, in which they plan to get married and start a family, is bright. The other residents of their building seem friendly too: the horror writer and the middle-aged herbalist who live upstairs, and the Newtons, a married couple who welcome them to the building with open arms.At first, the two couples get on well. But then strange things start to happen. Dead rats are left on their doorstep. They hear disturbing noises, and much worse, in the night. After Jamie's best friend is injured in a horrific accident, Jamie and Kirsty find themselves targeted by a campaign of terror.As Jamie and Kirsty are driven to the edge of despair, Jamie vows to fight back – but he has no idea what he is really up against…THE MAGPIES is a terrifying psychological thriller in which the monsters are not vampires or demons but the people we live next door to. It is a nightmare that could happen to anyone.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Mark Edwards |
| Published | 2013 |
| Pages | 400 |
| Genres | Mystery & Thriller, Horror, Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Suspense |
| Average Rating | 3.80 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 6,663 |
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What genre is The Magpies?
The Magpies is categorized as Mystery & Thriller, Horror, Mystery & Thriller, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is The Magpies worth reading?
Based on 6.7K reader ratings, The Magpies has an average score of 3.80 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Magpies?
The Magpies has 400 pages.
Who wrote The Magpies?
The Magpies was written by Mark Edwards. It was first published in 2013.
What is the ISBN for The Magpies?
The ISBN-13 for The Magpies is 9781483911890.0.
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