PODCAST: Linwood Barclay on the pressures of sustaining success in the literary world

PODCAST: Linwood Barclay on the pressures of sustaining success in the literary world

Linwood Barclay talks to Cheryl about the pressures of sustaining success in the literary world, the evolution of crime writing over the years, and the challenges of following up a successful book. His latest novel, I Will Ruin You, is out now.

About The Author

Linwood Barclay, a New York Times bestselling author with twenty novels to his credit, spent three decades in newspapers before turning full time to writing thrillers. His books have been translated into more than two dozen languages, sold millions of copies, and he counts Stephen King among his fans. Many of his books have been optioned for film and TV, a series has been made in France, and he wrote the screenplay for the film based on his novel Never Saw it Coming. Born in the US, his parents moved to Canada just as he was turning four, and he’s lived there ever since. He lives near Toronto with his wife, Neetha. They have two grown children.

 

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          Publisher details

          I Will Ruin You
          Author
          Linwood Barclay
          Publisher
          HarperCollins
          Genre
          Fiction
          Released
          01 August, 2024
          ISBN
          9780008555764

          Synopsis

          WHEN IT'S LIFE OR DEATH, WHO CAN YOU TRUST?

          Teacher Richard Boyle certainly never thought he would find himself talking down a former student intent on harming others, but when Mark LeDrew shows up at school with a bomb strapped to his chest, Richard immediately jumps into action. Thanks to his quick thinking, Richard averts a major tragedy and is hailed a hero.

          But Richard's brief moment in the spotlight puts him in the sights of a deranged blackmailer with a score to settle. Events rapidly spiral out of control, drawing Richard into a tangled web of salacious accusations and deadly secrets.

          As he tries to uncover the truth, Richard discovers that there's something dangerously wrong in the town. Everyone in his life seems to be hiding something, and trusting the wrong person could cost him everything he loves.

          Linwood Barclay
          About the author

          Linwood Barclay

          Linwood Barclay is the New York Times bestselling author of twenty previous novels, and two thrillers for children. His books have been translated into more than two dozen languages. He wrote the screenplay adaptation for his novel Never Saw it Coming and his book The Accident has been made into a TV series in France. His novel No Time for Goodbye was a global bestseller. A native of Connecticut, he now lives in Toronto with his wife, Neetha. 

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