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The Day She Disappeared

By: Sam Genever
Narrated by: Peter Noble
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Discover the most gripping crime thriller of the year. Winner of the Joffe Books Prize. TRUST NO ONE.

Johannesburg, 1980s Apartheid South Africa.

Augustine flees her vengeful ex-boyfriend with nothing but her child and the clothes on her back, terrified he will find her.

Because she also possesses a dangerous secret.

One he will kill for. One he will never stop hunting her for.

But Augustine is rescued by a wealthy white housewife who takes pity on her, offering both employment and refuge. Or so she thinks.

It might seem that she is safe inside the walls of the prosperous Diamond family home, but outside her every move is watched. Her sanctuary has become her prison.

In this city, where trust is a rare commodity, Augustine has made a mistake that could cost her everything.

This absolutely gripping crime thriller is perfect for fans of Deon Meyer, J.M. Coetzee, Chris Hammer, Jane Harper, Chris Whitaker or Paul Mendelson.

THE SETTING

In the heart of 1980s Johannesburg, where sprawling suburbs meet crime-ridden neighbourhoods, the line between privilege and poverty is razor-thin. The quiet, suburban streets hide dark secrets behind their pristine facades while the streets hum with tension.

©2022 Sam Genever (P)2025 Audible Ltd. Action & Adventure Crime Thrillers International Mystery & Crime Mystery Mystery, Thriller & Suspense Thriller & Suspense Crime Africa

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Still not sure of the link between the murder suicide and the rest of the story. Tied up too quickly at the end

Liked the overall story

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Decent story but didn’t really pick until the last 3 hours, I was getting bored early in but had committed to finishing

Too long!!

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The start of this was good, but I found it was dragged out and was difficult to keep track of it at times. I lovedvthe narrators voice and accent though, so enjoyed listening to him read it, just didn't grasp the syiry particularly well

A bit long winded for me, although beautifully narrated

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Not something I’d ordinarily opt for but I was hooked from the start. I felt it drifted a little towards the end but the story was great and kept me interested. Great reader!

Great narration

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Likeable and colourful characters. A great story with an interesting plot twist, I didn’t see coming

Great story

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