The Wasp Trap by Mark Edwards

Mark Edwards Strikes Again! Once more, Mark Edwards proves he's the undisputed king of psychological thrillers. This latest novel had me gripped from the first chapter to the very last page. Just when I thought I’d pieced it all together, he hit me with twist after delicious twist—none of which I saw coming. The pacing was relentless, the atmosphere tense, and the characters unsettlingly real. Edwards has a gift for turning the ordinary into the deeply ominous, and he does it with surgical precision. Absolutely loved it.

In 1999 Sebastian gathered an amazing team of people at his mansion to create a computer program that would revolutionise computer dating. Each had their part to play in making it a success – that is aside from Sebastian’s obnoxious nephew Dominic. There is also some matchmaking taking place between the members of the team – Theo and Georgina bond over a wasp’s nest, and Will loves Sophie but is too scared of rejection to make a move. The programme seems to be going well until Sebastian suddenly shuts down the project and sends everyone home. Moving on 25 years and Sebastian dies. Theo and Georgina, now married with children, invite the others for a dinner party at their home to celebrate Sebastian’s life and discuss old time. In classic Mark Edwards style, buried secrets bubble up, allegiances shift, and the evening takes a sinister turn. Nothing is what it seems—and that’s precisely what makes this story impossible to put down. 

If you haven’t dipped into the world of Mark Edwards yet, now’s the time—and trust me, you’re in for an absolute treat. This isn’t just a book, it’s a full-throttle roller coaster: thrilling twists, jaw-dropping reveals, and suspense that grips you tight. So, hold on to your hat, cancel your plans, and settle in for a wild ride you won’t want to end.

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