The author of instant bestseller Geneva returns with an unmissably twisty psychological thriller

THERE ARE TWO SIDES TO EVERY MURDER.
WHICH ONE WILL MAKE THE CUT?

You saw her die

Thirty years ago, one of Ben Knott's schoolfriends was murdered. Another went to prison. The story ended. The village of Barton Mallett tried to move on.

Now her killer is back

As the murderer's sentence ends, the village is chosen as the unlikely location for a feature film by a Hollywood producer, with Ben's son Nathan cast in the leading role.

Can you keep hiding the truth?

As the film takes shape, Ben begins to recognise the storyline - from his own past. As his son becomes immersed in a tale of bullying and retribution, things turn dangerous, and an uncomfortable truth begins to emerge. Ben must choose between the safety of his children and reopening the wounds of the past. How much is he willing to risk to protect his family - and himself?

Details

ISBN13: 9780571393510
Format: Paperback / softback
Number of Pages: 336
Edition: Export - Airside ed
Publication Date: 02 Sep 2025
Publisher: Faber & Faber
Publication City, Country: London,United Kingdom
Dimensions (cm): 23.4(H)x15.3(L)
Weight (gm):

Author Biography

Richard Armitage is a multi-award winning stage, screen and voice actor best known for his roles in Peter Jackson's trilogy of The Hobbit, Captain America, Alice through the Looking Glass and Oceans 8. His debut novel, Geneva,was a top 5 crime debut for 2023 and a no. 1 Audible bestseller.

Reviews

'A compelling story fuelled by obsession, betrayal and revenge - an absolute treat for psychological thriller fans' - T. M. LOGAN
'Armitage has done it again... The Cut is a chilling, atmospheric thriller with characters you'll never forget.' - HARLAN COBEN 'The Cut is a brilliantly crafted, skilfully executed, page-turner of a novel, filled with insight and pathos, thrills and suspense which I thoroughly enjoyed. I only have one question.when's the next one coming out?!' - L. J. ROSS

'Emotive, explosive & does not disappoint.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'You cannot predict where it will go.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'So many twists & turns.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'Absolutely brilliant.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐