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A quietly unsettling psychological thriller that peels back the layers of contemporary urban life to reveal something far stranger beneath the surface. Set in modern-day London, the story follows a man who begins to notice things that others overlook — stray glances, subtle patterns, offhand phrases that seem just a little too rehearsed. As his sense of reality begins to warp, the question becomes not just what is happening, but why no one else seems to see it.
With a taut, elegant style and a growing sense of unease, Such an Odd Word to Use explores themes of isolation, surveillance, and the quiet erosion of trust. At once cerebral and emotionally charged, it’s a literary thriller for readers who appreciate nuance, ambiguity, and the slow creep of something not quite right.
For those drawn to the intersection of suspicion and clarity — this is a story that lingers.
Where to Buy
US readers: Pre-order at Barnes & Noble
Details
- Publisher: Whitefox Publishing
- Publication Date: 9 October 2025
- ISBN (Paperback): 9781917523622
- ISBN (eBook): 9781917523639
- Pages (Paperback): 162
- Words: 31.5k
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