Titles in This Set:
Those People Next Door
Next of Kin
Take It Back
Truth Be Told
What Happens in the Dark
Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9789124150167
Overview:
This 5-book collection from Kia Abdullah brings together five sharp, contemporary crime thrillers that mix high-stakes courtroom drama with urgent social themes. From tense neighbourhood confrontations to the secrets that fracture families, these novels pull you into high-pressure scenarios where every choice feels consequential. The set showcases Abdullahs knack for building suspense through morally complex characters, sharp dialogue, and meticulously plotted twists that unfold with clockwork precision. Perfect for readers who crave smart, character-driven suspense that lingers after the final page, this paperback bundle offers a satisfying binge-read experience and a powerful introduction to Abdullahs distinctive voice in modern British crime fiction. Whether youre building a personal library, seeking an immersive gift for crime fans, or hunting for a complete, cohesive reading journey, this collection delivers a cohesive, gripping experience from start to finish.
What Makes This Collection Special:
This collection highlights Kia Abdullahs signature approach: immersive courtroom and investigative drama that interrogates difficult social issues without sacrificing page-turning momentum. Each title shares a grounded, contemporary setting and a fearless female lead whose resilience drives the narrative, even under intense scrutiny. Reading the five novels together offers a rewarding arcconsistent tone and quality, thematic threads of justice, loyalty, and truth, and the convenience of a single purchase that fuels a ready-made reading plan. The set also makes a meaningful gift for fans of crime fiction that matters, combining literary craft with relatable, real-world stakes and the emotional pull of a literary series you can follow from book to book.
Books Included in This Collection:
Those People Next Door
Shortly after moving into a suburban dream, Salma notices her neighbour removing an anti-racist bannerand a quiet resolve to fit in spirals into something more dangerous. When Salma chooses not to confront the neighbour, she places the banner in her window, only to awaken to a window smeared in paint the next morning. The novel explores the fragility of community, the cost of silence, and the escalating consequences of small acts in a tense neighbourhood landscape. A tight, propulsive debut in this sets lineup that sets the tone for Abdullahs exploration of bias, belonging, and moral peril.
Next of Kin
This tightly wound thriller dives into loyalties, family bonds, and the lengths people will go to protect one another when the truth strains under pressure. Abdullah crafts a courtroom-ready narrative where reputations and relationships collide, forcing every character to confront the consequences of choices made in the name of love, duty, and survival. With her keen eye for social nuance and a pace that never flags, Next of Kin offers a gripping continuation of the collections exploration of justice and accountability.
Take It Back
A harrowing courtroom thriller in which a sixteen-year-old girl alleges a grave crime against four teenage boys from relatively privileged backgrounds. The case becomes a crucible for judgment, bias, and the power of perception, as the truth fights to emerge amid competing narratives. Abdullahs razor-sharp plotting and courtroom detail make Take It Back both provocative and compulsivea standout entry that reinforces the authors reputation for making the legal thriller feel deeply personal and emotionally charged.
Truth Be Told
Kamran Hadid, a pupil at a prestigious London boarding school, seems set for success until a night of revelry exposes uncomfortable questions about privilege, power, and the boundaries of accountability. As the investigation unfolds, the novel interrogates the distance between appearances and reality, offering a keen, morally layered examination of how truth is constructedand who gets to decide what counts as justice in elite circles.
What Happens in the Dark
Lily, the nations favourite breakfast TV presenter, and Safa, her former journalist friend, see their past friendship strained by troubling bruises surfacing on Lilys body. As Safa attempts to rekindle old ties, Lily insists the bruises are nothing to worry about. The narrative probes the dynamics of ambition, reputation, and the stories we telland those we keep hiddenwhen public perception collides with private doubt. A striking closer to the set that blends psychological suspense with sharp social observation.
Who This Set Is Perfect For:
Ideal for readers who want intelligent, topical crime fiction with strong female protagonists and a strong sense of place in the UK. This collection suits fans of legal thrillers, social drama, and character-driven suspense, as well as readers seeking powerful standalone stories that also feel part of a larger, coherent reading journey. Gift buyers will appreciate the cohesive theme and premium paperback format, while collectors will value the completeness and the chance to experience Abdullahs growth across five gripping narratives in one volume.
Key Benefits:
- Bundle of five complete Kia Abdullah thrillers in one value-packed set
- Strong, relatable heroines driving taut, legal and social-drama plots
- Topical themes: justice, bias, community, and truthengaging for discussion and reading groups
- Consistent UK setting and contemporary voice across the collection
- Perfect binge-read experience with a clear reading journey from title to title
- Premium paperback format ideal for gifting or display on a shelf
About the Author:
Kia Abdullah is a British author known for crime thrillers that blend legal drama with social commentary. Her work in this collectionThose People Next Door, Next of Kin, Take It Back, Truth Be Told, and What Happens in the Darkshows her distinctive voice: precise plotting, morally complex characters, and a keen eye for contemporary issues shaping British society. Abdullahs storytelling invites readers to question appearances, confront difficult topics, and stay hooked from first page to last.
Why Youll Love This Set:
This five-book collection offers a complete, immersive reading experience that showcases Abdullahs sharp, emotionally resonant storytelling. With its cohesive theme of truth under pressure, its a powerful gift for crime-fiction enthusiasts and a must-have for readers building a serious collection of UK crime thrillers. The sets mix of courtroom drama, social observation, and psychological tension ensures wide appeal, whether youre new to Abdullahs work or a long-time fan looking to own her most compelling titles in one premium volume.
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