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The Cabin Below: A psychological suspense thriller Hardcover – April 23, 2021

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Part of: Villainous Vacations Collection - Standalone Thrillers (3 books)

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What happens on the water, stays on the water.

Or so they thought. Allison and her handsome, charismatic husband, Doug, are on a Caribbean cruise to celebrate their tenth wedding anniversary. But the steady stream of idyllic photos and happy hashtags they post online is hiding a dangerous rift in their relationship. Allison has long suspected that Doug is having an affair. Despite his impassioned denials and smooth-talking alibis, she’s unconvinced of his innocence and determined to dig for the truth, no matter the cost.

And she’s not the only one delving into their secrets. The couple they’ve befriended on the cruise has been watching them. And they’ve come to a disturbing conclusion of their own. When Allison disappears the night before the ship docks back in Florida, they bring their terrifying suspicions to the police.

But the truth about Allison’s whereabouts proves even more shocking than anyone imagined.
- An addictive thriller brimming with twists and a stunning conclusion! -

Will you enjoy The Cabin Below? If you read any of my favorite psychological and domestic suspense thriller authors including K.L. Slater, Shalini Boland, Adam Croft, Kathryn Croft, Lisa Gardner, Louise Jensen, or Rachel Caine, the answer is a resounding yes!

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April 23, 2021
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1947890271
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"BOMBSHELL CONCLUSION!"
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"A STUNNING TALE OF OBSESSION, BETRAYAL, AND MURDER. FIVE WILDLY APPLAUDING STARS! No one writes psychological suspense thrillers like N. L. Hinkens, and she's outdone herself with this gem!"
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"Wow wow wow! This book is outstanding...it had me hooked from the beginning."
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"Stunner! I started this book at 7pm and read until i was finished. Could not put it down! I am usually very good at figuring out plots but this one BLEW ME AWAY!" - Amazon Reviewer -

"WOW! This is one of the best books I've read in a long time. The author keeps you guessing up til the last few pages."
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"I've read tons of books in my 58 years, and this is in the top 10. Great storyline, wonderful twists. I could not devour it fast enough. Grateful to have found this writer."
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"DANNNNNNNG! I usually have a guess in what's going on, but this was wild. Didn't See It Coming!"
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"Sooo good!I really needed a good suspenseful book, and this one really delivered!"
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"All those beachy vacation vibes and nefarious plans of villainy villains!"
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"Fantastic read! I read this book in 3 hours and then read it again!"
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"This book gave me "Gone Girl" vibes. The ending was absolutely brilliant and I never expected it."
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"Do not pass this one up! The ending is one of those you don't see coming!!!!!!!!!!!"
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NYT and USA Today bestselling author N. L. Hinkens writes twisty psychological suspense thrillers with unexpected endings. She's a travel junkie, coffee hound, and idea wrangler, in no particular order. She grew up in Ireland—land of legends and storytelling—regaling the children she babysat for with inventive tales. Her first published book for young adults, Immurement, was the Grand prize winner of the 2016 Next Generation Indie Book Award for fiction, and launched her writing career.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Dunecadia Publishing (April 23, 2021)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 264 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1947890271
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1947890275
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.23 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.85 x 9 inches

Best Sellers Rank: #2,246,045 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #20,869 in Psychological Fiction (Books)
- #22,605 in Psychological Thrillers (Books)
- #83,119 in Suspense Thrillers

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NYT and USA Today bestselling author N. L. Hinkens writes twisty psychological suspense thrillers with unexpected endings. She’s a travel junkie, coffee hound, and idea wrangler, in no particular order. She grew up in Ireland—land of legends and storytelling—regaling the children she babysat for with inventive tales. Her first published book for young adults, Immurement, was the Grand prize winner of the 2016 Next Generation Indie Book Award for fiction, and launched her writing career. Join her VIP Reader Club for hot new releases, stellar giveaways, exclusive content, behind the scenes and more. https://normahinkens.com/

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BOMBSHELL CONCLUSION

Reviewed in the United States on July 31, 2020

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Allison's husband Doug booked a Caribbean cruise to celebrate their 10th wedding anniversary. Other than going to work, Allison has barely left the house in the past six months; not since the sudden death of their baby daughter Ava. (She would have been almost eight months old now, if she lived.) Turns out Doug is a player & got caught making a move on the hottest woman on the ship. Allison goes missing, but CCTV footage confirms she hadn't left her cabin. There's a strong possibility she fell overboard. Did Allison take her own life? She had been a very unhappy woman with a history of depression & a prior suicide attempt. Did Doug bump off his wife? Why else would he take his suicidal wife on a cruise & book a cabin on the tenth floor? Did he drug Allison & shove her over the railing of their balcony into the depths of the ocean? Did she become shark chum? This house of cards will come tumbling down with a disturbing twist to an already sordid tale.

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BarbDeBlois

Wow, what a book, and what a twist

Reviewed in the United States on July 31, 2020

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Wow, what a book! My head is spinning from the ending I never saw coming! I love this author's writing style, she always hooks me from the first page. But a couple of her books left me hanging which Im not a fan of. I've read them all and actually I think this is her best book yet! I started it yesterday and finished it today, and yes I have a job, and yes I left the house....but man was this book good!!!!Grab a copy immediately, you will not be disappointed!

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This Will Float Your Boat

Reviewed in the United States on September 5, 2020

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This is a well-plotted, absorbing novel. It is best classified as “psychological suspense” although there is a twist of a whodunit along the way. But the psychology dominates as the reader is drawn into the precarious dynamic of the marriage between Allison and Doug. Longtime fans of the genre might be reminded of a certain classic suspense movie as they read about instances of Allison’s seeming confusion and mental wobbliness.

Indeed there are echoes of that classic 1940’s movie here, but Hinken adds many unexpected elements to the plot. So don’t assume you know it all at any point along the way.

Reading this story has the added advantage of making you feel as if you’re on a vacation cruise yourself. All the gourmet dining options will make your mouth water. You’ll inadvertently get a sense of both the fun and the phoniness of some of the excursions that are offered. Hinken gives a very realistic view of the day that passengers spend on land in Labadee, Haiti. It’s all about shopping and breezy diversions like zip-lining. The passengers don’t make any authentic contact with the people or the cultures of the places where they land. In fact, a little further research reveals that Labadee was a small village transformed into a completely purpose-built resort by one of the major cruise lines who now owns the acreage.

So the passengers on the liner are in an insular world, freed from all the messy lack of resolution found in the outside world. This is an ideal setting in which intrigue and suspense can flourish.

Another positive about this book is that it presents good character studies. Not everyone is villainous here as is true of so many “these mean streets” mysteries. There’s a realistic mix of the good and the bad. The character of Detective Mendoza who is introduced late in the book is especially appealing. The reader will be relieved to find that he has a keen intuition and is not given to taking things at face value. He would make a wonderful continuing character for Hinken to feature in future books.

So I recommend that you set sail on “The Cabin Below.” You won’t regret taking the trip.

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Laura

Amateurish attempt at best!

Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2020

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Poorly written. Didn’t empathize with the main character, she was almost too pathetic. The husband was a dead give away as the bad guy. Felt like this was a first attempt for a high school student trying to write a book. Couldn’t wait to close the book!

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A STUNNING TALE OF OBSESSION, BETRAYAL, AND MURDER. FIVE WILDLY APPLAUDING STARS!

Reviewed in the United States on August 5, 2020

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No one writes psychological suspense thrillers like N. L. Hinkens, and she's outdone herself with this gem! I've read several of her books, and I thought I had the plot all figured out this time. To be honest, I was even a bit disappointed toward the end, because it wasn't turning out the way I'd hoped it would. But then--WOW! My smug complacency was struck with a stunning twist that nearly made me drop my Kindle! How does the author think of this stuff, anyway? I'm so glad she does, because her books always take me on a thrilling ride.

The "ride" in this book is on a Caribbean cruise ship--the Diamond of the Waves--for a celebration of Doug and Allison Robinson's tenth wedding anniversary. I've never been on a cruise ship, so I enjoyed the immersive experience of fabulous dining, on-board entertainments, luxurious accommodations, on shore excursions in exotic locations, and lots of sunny relaxation.

But there's nothing relaxing about this cruise! Tension steadily mounts as Allison is swept into undercurrents of deception that make her question her own sanity, as well as the motives of the handsome man who professes to love her. It's a chilling tale of two men who are so obsessed with lust for the ship's enchanting singer that they'll do anything to possess her--including murder.

I'll go no further, because nothing should spoil your enjoyment of this exciting journey. Buy a boarding pass, start your voyage, and hold tight to the ship's railing through all the unexpected twists and turns ahead. Be sure to watch for that final big shock, or you might fall overboard! (Or drop your Kindle in the water).

As always, oceans of thanks to the author and her team for flawless editing and proofreading. This perfect cruise easily earns five stars and MY HIGHEST RECOMMENDATION!

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Kanyonmk

An absolutely thriling read!

Reviewed in the United States on July 29, 2020

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This was an amazing thrilling read!! I couldn’t ever put it down because I was so sucked into it. Granted I’ve read all of Norma’s books so far, this one is one of my favorites. If you love huge heaps of deception, secrets, suspense, and drama in your books, then you will want to read this.

Final Rating: 5 Stars

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bwichkan

Stunning Read

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 28, 2020

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This is an absolutely stunning read.
Wonderful well written plot and story line that had me engaged from the start.
Love the well fleshed out characters and found them believeable.
Great suspense and action with wonderful world building.
Can't wait to read what the author brings out next.
Recommend reading.

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Angela Roberts

Enjoyable Read

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 14, 2021

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I enjoyed reading this book. It brought to mind a cruise I went on where an instant friendship was struck with another couple but thankfully our cruise didn't have all the drama of this one. It is clear that Allison is depressed and something is not right despite Doug's attentiveness but things start to go wrong and then Allison disappears. Full of twists and turns with a surprise ending.

Patricia

Good read

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 30, 2021

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Was looking for a book to kept me reading and this one did ,held my imagination,kept me reading late in the night and next day till finished the twist was brilliant,had me thinking what was happening .

Mrs R Uys

Thrilling!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 30, 2021

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This nook was deliciously thrilling and gripping at the same time. A brilliant plot and a very clever storyline indeed. Thoroughly enjoyed this gem of a book!

Seeker

Excellent

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 29, 2021

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Really enjoyed this book, early on I thought I knew what was coming… but there are plenty of twists. Loved it

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