30 Year Lie

'I know what you did...'

A remote island. A thirty-year-old disappearance. And a new novel that holds the key to a real-life crime.

Thirty years ago, Callum's mother vanished without a trace from the rugged, wind-swept shores of the Isle of Skye. Now, after his grandmother's death, Callum uncovers a disturbing clue: his mother's disappearance mirrors the plot of a newly published fiction book.

Convinced that bestselling author Isabel Amarante's new novel is inspired by a real crime, Callum hunts her down to a quiet English village, determined to uncover the truth.

What follows is an intimate, atmospheric cat-and-mouse game. As Callum delves into the secrets born on the Isle of Skye, Isabel is forced to confront her own fragmented memories. The truth is a tangled, dangerous maze—one that will link their lives and alter them forever.

Longlisted for the prestigious Mslexia Novel Competition, this dark, deeply psychological debut introduces a gripping fresh voice in contemporary fiction.

Perfect for readers of atmospheric, character-driven mysteries who appreciate rich landscapes, deep psychological tension, and a slow-burn unravelling of secrets.

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Content Note: This book contains sensitive themes, including suicide and abortion.