Books like Try not to breathe by Holly Seddon

Name: Try not to breathe
Rating: 4 (1 reviews)
Author: Holly Seddon

Holly Seddon's thriller follows a young woman, a brave journalist, as she confronts her own alcoholism while pursuing a shocking, headline‑making crime that has remained unsolved for fifteen years. In her quest for truth, she navigates the psychological toll of her past and the relentless pressure of investigative journalism, blending suspense with deep character study.

First publish date: 2016

Genre: Thriller/Psychological Thriller

Authors: Holly Seddon

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