The Kind Worth Killing

Synopsis

During a seemingly innocuous transatlantic flight, wealthy businessman Ted Severson confesses to the alluring Lily Kintner that he suspects his wife, Miranda, is cheating on him. Fueled by too many martinis and a shared sense of dark humor, Ted jokingly suggests he could kill her. To his surprise, Lily calmly responds, "I'd like to help." This chilling exchange ignites a twisted bond between strangers, who decide that some people are, indeed, 'the kind worth killing.' Back in Boston, their macabre plotting intensifies, but Ted is unaware of Lily's sinister past and her profound, unsettling expertise in the art of murder, a journey that began long before their fateful meeting. As their plan takes shape, hidden layers of manipulation, betrayal, and unforeseen consequences unravel, transforming their conspiracy into a perilous game of cat-and-mouse. With a shrewd detective closing in, both Ted and Lily find themselves trapped in a deadly web from which escape seems increasingly impossible, forcing them to confront the true cost of their deadly pact.

Critical Reception

"Praised for its intricate plotting and unsettling psychological depth, 'The Kind Worth Killing' solidified Peter Swanson's place as a master of modern suspense, earning comparisons to classic thrillers and acclaimed contemporary works."

Adaptations

Soon to be a major movie directed by Agnieszka Holland.

Metadata

ISBN:9780062267542
Pages:277
Age Rating:18+

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