One Of The Family

In One Of The Family by Mark Edwards, a New Year’s getaway to a Scottish mansion turns into a tightly wound domestic thriller with sharp social tension and a creeping sense that something is badly wrong.

Patrick still can’t believe Holly chose him: she’s brilliant company, gorgeous, and the daughter of Charles, a powerhouse whose approval feels impossible. Invited to the family estate for a holiday break, Patrick arrives determined to fit in. Instead, he finds tense silences, whispered conversations, rumours about a body discovered nearby last year, and a new girlfriend who doesn’t quite belong.

As the cold closes in and the house’s small frictions start to bite, Patrick realises the real danger isn’t just embarrassment—it’s whatever the family is hiding.

Perfect for readers who love page-turning murder mystery, locked-room suspense, wealthy-family dramas, and atmospheric Scotland settings.

Add it to your stack for a twisty, wintry read you’ll want to finish in one sitting.