This is the sensational new psychological thriller from the bestselling author of before i go to sleep. Watsons second novel, second life, was published in february 2015, with two further books scheduled for 2017 and 2019. But if youve been reading books like this for a while now, dont bother. In 2011, it clinched the national book award, in the thriller of the year category. Jun 24, 2015 second life is an excellent novel that is highly recommended to fans of psychological suspense. The sensational new psychological thriller from the bestselling auth. Watsons debut novel, before i go to sleep, has sold over four million copies and has been published in over 40 languages around the world. The main character is called julia, and the book opens with the death of someone very close to her. A real page turner of a psychological suspense, second life by s. From the new york times bestselling author of before i go to sleep. Before i go to sleep, s j watsons debut novel from 2011, won highprofile awards, was translated into more than 40 languages, sold more.
Watson debut novel, before i go to sleep, was a runaway success. If, as seems likely, second life is turned into a film, it is hard to imagine it. This onepage guide includes a plot summary and brief analysis of second life by s. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. I read an interview with val mcdermid in which she said that sj watson was a fresh new voice, but nothing about this book was fresh or new. Watson s second novel, second life, was published in february 2015, with two further books scheduled for 2017 and 2019. Second life is an excellent novel that is highly recommended to fans of psychological suspense. Watsons second book was always going to be a problem and second life indeed proves so, although always gripping and. So i was more than happy to jump into his second book. Her search for answers will jeopardize her marriage, her family, and her life. Watson, the new york times bestselling author of before i go to sleep, comes second life 6915, a sensational new.
When her sister, kate is murdered in a paris alleyway, happily married london i realize with sudden clarity that were wearing masks, all of us, all the time. Feb 21, 2015 the aptly titled and muchanticipated second life is the second novel from sj watson, the man who brought us before i go to sleep, an utterly original thriller based on the premise that its. Second life is the story of julia, who has a perfect life with her husband hugh and their adopted son, until an incident changes everything. Julia is a photographer, married to hugh, a hospital consultant, and with a. Extract from second life by sj watson good housekeeping. Here at dead good, weve been on the edge of our seats waiting for news of sj watsons second book ever since we finished the final page of his first. Its also a movie starring nicole kidman and colin firth when i heard watson had a new novel coming out, it immediately went on my must read list. J watsons first novel before i go to sleep announced the arrival of a strong, new voice in psychological thriller writing, so his second novel, released this week, is much anticipated. Watson, the new york times bestselling author of before i go to sleep, comes second life 6915, a sensational new psychological thriller about a woman with a secret identity that. S j watsons first novel, before i go to sleep, is a phenomenal international success.
Sep 15, 2014 here at dead good, weve been on the edge of our seats waiting for news of sj watsons second book ever since we finished the final page of his first. In summary second life is a good read though unfortunately will probably suffer in comparison to watsons awardwinning debut novel. Second life is the story of julia, who has a perfect life with her husband hugh and. Sj watsons new novel, second life, is published on february 12th in the uk. Sj watson, bestselling author of before i go to sleep, discusses his new novel second life. In 2011, it won the new blood dagger, a literary award proffered by crime writers association cwa to a notable debut author. With second life there are obviously many more people interested, it was hard not to try to second guess what the readers would want. Read an extract from alexander mccall smiths new book. A tense and unrelenting novel that explores the secret lives people leadand the dark places in which they can find themselves second life is a masterwork of suspense from the acclaimed s. Tense and unrelenting, it is another brilliant novel from s. Watson s first novel, before i go to sleep, was a very popular example of the form and. She feels acutely that she has let her sister down, and is determined to uncover the facts. I think all novels and stories have to start with character, so i spent a lot of time thinking about. Watsons thriller novel second life 2015 concerns julia a.
Watsons first novel, before i go to sleep, became a phenomenal international success. Watson s second book, second life, kate is murdered while in paris by a boyfriend she got in touch with through an online dating website. A tense and unrelenting novel that explores the secret lives people lead. A tense and unrelenting novel that explores the secret lives people leadand the dark places in which they can find themselvessecond life is a masterwork of suspense from the acclaimed s. Once upon a time, i called myself a fan of sj watson.
Watsons debut book has clinched and been nominated for many literary awards. Now were delighted to share the new cover of second life with you. J watsons first novel before i go to sleep announced the arrival of a strong, new voice in psychological thriller writing, so his second novel, released this week, is much anticipated like his first novel, this new book is narrated by a woman desperately trying to fill the gaps in the her life story. Second life is the followup from sj watson, author of before i go to sleep. Second life a novel by sj watson uk trailer youtube. The sensational new psychological thriller from the bestselling author of. Watson s debut novel, before i go to sleep, has sold over four million copies and has been published in over 40 languages around the world. Its twist caught me by surprise through clever writing and the now infuriating troupe of the unreliable narrator more on that next week.
Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading second life. Media interest in before i go to sleep was considerable and watson himself was the subject of a profile in the sunday times before its uk publication, and the wall street journal before its us publication. Bbc radio 4 open book, sj watson on his new novel second life. A bestseller around the world, it won the crime writers association. I think all novels andmore thank you suzanne im actually delighted that you thought the author of the book was a woman. Jul 15, 2015 second life by sj watson, february 2015, 432 pages, doubleday, isbn. Watson chronicles the life of a woman whose life unravels in an unexpected and harrowing fashion. Secrets, lies and the murderous truth once again, sj watson spins an intricate web for a heroine haunted by the past. Watson s second book was always going to be a problem and second life indeed proves so, although always gripping and. Open book news and features from the world of books, presented by mariella frostrup. Feb 12, 2015 open book news and features from the world of books, presented by mariella frostrup. A bestseller around the world, it won the crime writers association award for best debut novel and the galaxy national book award for crime thriller of the year. If youre new to crime fiction, you might enjoy this book because you wont have heard it all before. From the new york times bestselling author of before i go to sleep, a sensational new psychological.
The aptly titled and muchanticipated second life is the second novel from sj watson, the man who brought us before i go to sleep, an utterly original thriller based on the premise that its. Her sister kate is murdered in an apparently random attack in paris and the police seems to be stuck in their investigations. Watson, including before i go to sleep, and second life, and more on. Watson 2015, hardcover at the best online prices at ebay. Supersummary, a modern alternative to sparknotes and cliffsnotes, offers highquality study guides that feature detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, quotes, and essay topics.
Watson writes convincingly of the lure of an online affair. Watsons thriller novel second life 2015 concerns julia a young woman. The movie of before i go to sleep, starrring nicole kidman, colin firth and mark strong, is due for worldwide release in autumn 2014. Second life is the second novel by the acclaimed author of before i go to sleep, s. J download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. The book, set to be released in hardback in february 2015, will be another gripping psychological thriller.
His first novel was the awardwinning before i go to sleep, which has sold more than four million copies in over forty languages, followed by the critically acclaimed novel second life. Before i go to sleep was published in 40 languages. Like his first novel, this new book is narrated by a woman desperately trying to fill the gaps in the her life story. News and features from the world of books, presented by mariella frostrup. Ultimately i had to decide to once again just write the book i wanted to write and would want to read, and hope that other people would connect with it once again. If you are the publisher or author of this book and. Second life, watson s second book, is out now, and has already been a top ten bestseller.